Anglican Bishop Advocates Exercise for Health in Abuja

During a health symposium held at the Church of Pentecost in FHA Lugbe, Abuja, Right Reverend Joseph Musa, the Anglican Bishop of the Diocese, highlighted the significance of physical exercise for maintaining both physical and mental health. He encouraged church members to engage in activities such as walking and jogging to mitigate the risks of chronic diseases.

Mr. Stella Ozugha, a health worker, underscored the necessity of moderate eating habits and warned against unhealthy lifestyles.

She also demonstrated resuscitation techniques for unresponsive patients. Dame Nneka Godbless, chairperson of the 2026 Mother’s Sunday Committee, reiterated the importance of physical exercise as part of the church's program to keep members fit.

Loveth Bako, president of the women’s wing of the church, encouraged parishioners to prioritize their spiritual and physical health, emphasizing that the body is a temple of God. The event featured participation from 80 church members who walked a distance of three kilometers.