The governor of Ekiti state, Dr Kayode Fayemi and other opinion moulders have advised Nigerian leaders to cultivate the culture of honesty and selfless service in the interest of the state and salvation of their individual souls.
These political and religious leaders spoke on Saturday at Saint Michael’s Anglican Church, Oye Ekiti during the funeral ceremony of Madam Felicia Arise, the mother of former federal lawmaker, who represented Ekiti North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Ayo Arise.
Governor Fayemi, who graced the funeral service, emphasized the need for cooperation of every citizen to promote good deeds and tackle the challenges of poverty and insecurity in the country.In his sermon, the Bishop of Ekiti Oke Diocese, Anglican Communion, Reverend Isaac Olubowale, stated that there is no escape route for any bad leader on the judgement, warning that they shall be made to account for their actions and the way they presided over humanity.
Olubowale advised that leaders must be circumspect of their actions, especially those that were connected with how they served humanity when opportunities were bestowed on them.
Bishop Olubowale, described death as inevitable price that everyone must pay, irrespective of position or status, urging people, especially the leaders to always contribute to the growth of humanity and the nation at large when the chance beckons.
Speaking about the deceased’s virtues, the Cleric commended the indelible foot- prints left by Mrs Arise as a community, saying history will always remember her as one individual who served her people well during her lifetime.
“We shall all be judged accordingly by God. We must be wary of how we live our lives. You will account for all your deeds.
“If God gives you opportunity as a leader, don’t mususe it. Be nice and kind to humanity. Don’t be wicked and believe that the world is ephemeral . Don’t be a saboteur and help your people to overcome poverty”.
Senator Arise appealed to Nigerians to support President Muhammadu Buhari to grow the economy and secure Nigeria for investors to be attracted to develop the country.
Arise promised to continue to sustain the virtues of honesty and selflessness that were features prominently promoted by her late mother.
The former federal parlimentarian promised to continue to contribute to the development of his Oye Ekiti country home and Ekiti, in the overall interest of the populace.
“I appeal to everyone to eschew political bitterness. Let us work together as a team. Let us support Governor Kayode Fayemi to make Ekiti great”, he advised.
