The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has urged the federal government to take immediate action to combat the growing food insecurity in the country, describing it as a critical issue that exacerbates the hardship faced by Nigerians.
Bishop Francis Wale Oke, the National President of PFN, made the call following the fellowship’s executive meeting in Abuja.
He expressed his confidence that through divine intervention, Nigeria would overcome its current challenges and move towards prosperity.
“We are urging the government to tackle food insecurity head-on. The suffering of the people cannot be ignored, and urgent measures are needed to address the food crisis,” Bishop Oke said.
In a bid to seek divine assistance, the PFN has declared a 40-day period of prayer and fasting, starting January 6 and concluding February 14, 2025.
This initiative is part of the preparations for the fellowship’s 18th biennial conference, which will take place in Abuja from February 10 to 14, 2025, under the theme: ‘The Rebirth of a Great Nation: Nigeria is Great.’
Bishop Oke called on all Pentecostal churches, believers in Christ, and all Nigerians who care for the nation’s welfare to join in this spiritual effort.
He referenced the biblical example of Nineveh, where the people’s prayers for mercy resulted in God’s intervention, emphasizing his faith that God would hear the prayers of the nation.
“This is a time for us to cry out to God, just as the people of Nineveh did when they were faced with judgment. We believe that God will hear our cries and help Nigeria overcome this crisis,” Oke said.
The 40-day prayer and fasting will culminate in a national gathering of Pentecostal leaders in Abuja, where they will pray for the country, its leaders, and the well-being of all Nigerians.
Arc. John Praise Daniel, the Deputy Vice President of PFN, reaffirmed the fellowship’s commitment to the peace and progress of Nigeria, emphasizing that the prayer initiative is not just a spiritual act but a call for national healing and progress.
“We believe this period of fasting and prayer will bring about positive change for Nigeria, and we are trusting that God will answer our prayers for the nation,” Daniel added.
