Christians Must Engage Actively In Politics – Prophet GF David
•By OYENIYI AWOJOODU
IBADAN — THE General Overseer of Faith and Miracle International Church, Ibadan, Senior Prophet Gbenga Faith David, has called on Christians across Nigeria to participate actively in politics, stressing that people of faith have a crucial role to play in promoting moral and ethical leadership.
Speaking at a world press conference held at his church in Ibadan on Tuesday, the cleric emphasised that political participation by Christians could help reshape governance if anchored on discipline and integrity.
“Christians should get involved in politics,” he said. “God can guide leaders, but they must live right, be prayerful, fair, and accountable. There is always a consequence for every action.”
Prophet David also urged religious leaders to remain steadfast in their commitment to truth, regardless of societal pressures or prevailing circumstances.
“The church must not compromise. We must continue to preach the truth at all times because that is what sustains society,” he stated.
Addressing the issue of insecurity in the country, the cleric maintained that government interventions must be rooted in justice rather than convenience. According to him, fairness is key to rebuilding public trust in leadership.
He further advised President Bola Tinubu to prioritise justice and equity in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, cautioning against the granting of amnesty to perpetrators of violent crimes.
“Everyone must be treated fairly. Government should not take decisions that undermine justice. When people see fairness, it strengthens confidence in leadership,” he said.
Prophet David also called on Nigerians to take responsibility for national development, noting that sustainable change begins at the individual level.
“There are many things happening that we may not fully understand, but one thing is clear: if we embrace responsibility, fairness, and truth, we can rebuild this nation,” he added.