Bishop Kukah Urges Moral Stewardship of Earth at Memorial Lecture

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah delivered a speech at the 24th Chief S.L. Edu Memorial Lecture, urging Nigerians to reclaim moral authority and care for the environment as a sacred trust for present and future generations.

He highlighted the importance of aligning human actions with God's will to nurture creation and criticized the exploitation of natural resources for profit. Kukah linked environmental degradation to historical injustices and warned against the consequences of reckless exploitation.

He emphasized the role of religious leaders in addressing environmental crises and advocated for sustainable lifestyles rooted in ecological and spiritual values. The lecture, held in Lagos, also featured discussions on the impact of religion on environmental conservation efforts in Nigeria, particularly in regions like the Niger Delta.

Kukah's address underscored the urgent need for responsible environmental stewardship to prevent further ecological degradation and social conflicts.