Church Urges FG to Reverse Chinese Refinery Deal

During the 13th synod of the Anglican Diocese of Abuja at St. James Anglican Church in Asokoro, the Church called on the Nigerian government to reverse its recent memorandum of understanding with two Chinese firms for the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries. Dr. Ndukuba raised concerns about the transparency of the deal and the previous failures of foreign partnerships in the oil sector.

He argued that Nigeria should prioritize local investors who can reinvest profits into the economy, rather than allowing foreign entities to exploit resources. Dr. Ndukuba also highlighted the challenges facing Nigeria, including a rising public debt, high lending rates, and persistent electricity shortages, which hinder economic growth.

He criticized the political class for prioritizing survival over citizen welfare and urged for a neutral electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. Former President Goodluck Jonathan also spoke about the need for leadership to address societal issues and moral decline.