Cleric Ilechukwu Advocates for Nation-Building Synergy

Dr Cosmas Ilechukwu, the General Overseer of Charismatic Renewal Church Ministries and Deputy President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, urged both government and citizens to collaborate in nation-building during a special prayer service for Nigeria and its leaders. This event was part of the 2026 edition of the Change We Need Nigeria Initiative, held at the church auditorium in Abuja.

Ilechukwu emphasized the importance of citizens exercising their civic rights, paying taxes, and maintaining law and order, especially with the upcoming 2027 elections. He cited the biblical figure Nehemiah as an example of perseverance in leadership despite opposition.

Ilechukwu expressed concern over the high cost of living and fuel prices, advocating for a reduction in fuel costs from N1,500 per litre to N500 per litre by the following year. He also called for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to restore public confidence to combat voter apathy.