At the 51st Synod in Enugu, Archbishop Christopher Edeh reassured Nigerians that divine intervention and steadfastness will prevail over the nation’s current struggles with insecurity and hunger.
ENUGU – The Archbishop of the Enugu Diocese, Most Rev. Christopher Edeh, has issued a powerful call to Nigerians to maintain their courage and steadfastness despite the prevailing socioeconomic and security uncertainties facing the nation.
Delivering his address on Thursday during the 51st Synod of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Enugu Diocese, Archbishop Edeh grounded his message in the theme “I Will Fight for You,” a scriptural reference from the book of Exodus. The cleric expressed a firm conviction that Nigeria is currently navigating a period of significant difficulty that requires both spiritual resilience and physical endurance.
Addressing the congregation in Enugu, Edeh acknowledged the harsh realities currently affecting many households, specifically citing the rise in kidnappings, killings, and widespread hunger.
He urged citizens not to succumb to fear, drawing a parallel between the current national struggles and historical spiritual battles. “With what is happening in Nigeria… we should not be afraid,” the cleric stated, offering prayers for a definitive end to the country’s various crises.
The synod also received a message of support from the Methodist Prelate, His Eminence Oliver Ali-Abah. The Prelate encouraged the faithful to remain active in the fight against injustice through fervent prayer. He expressed optimism that a higher power would assist Nigeria in overcoming “self-imposed demons” and reclaiming the stability lost to years of conflict and economic mismanagement.
According to the Diocesan Lay President, Mr. Ikechukwu Nnamoko, the annual gathering serves as a critical period for the church to review its internal activities, confront administrative challenges, and chart a strategic path forward for its members.
Beyond spiritual discourse, the Archbishop also commended the diocese for its ongoing commitment to infrastructural and economic development within the church community.
The three-day event is scheduled to conclude this coming Sunday with a special Thanksgiving Service, marking the end of the formal deliberations for the 2026 synod session.
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