AGBOR/Nigeria: In a stirring address during a Mass commemorating Nigeria’s Independence Day Anniversary, Rev Fr Peter Chukwura, the parish priest of All Saints Catholic Church Alihame, Agbor, offered a message of hope to the beleaguered citizens of Nigeria.
Despite the myriad challenges facing the nation, Rev Fr Chukwura urged Nigerians to maintain their faith in the country, emphasizing that brighter days were on the horizon.
During his homily, Rev Fr Chukwura acknowledged the harsh realities caused by bad leadership and called for resilience in the face of adversity. He reminisced about his own childhood, recalling how Independence Day and Children’s Day celebrations used to be eagerly anticipated occasions filled with anticipation and preparation. However, he noted that the current state of the nation has dampened the spirit of celebration, with many citizens facing hunger and hopelessness.
Rev Fr Chukwura implored all Nigerians to continue praying for their nation’s resurgence, underlining the unwavering faith that God can work miracles for His people.
In a related development, Mrs. Vivian Nkeki voiced her concerns about the escalating cost of living in Agbor and its environs. She lamented that the economic situation in Nigeria, particularly in Agbor, had become increasingly dire. Mrs. Nkeki attributed the high cost of living to the elevated prices of goods and services, which she asserted were notably higher than those in larger cities such as Asaba, Lagos, and Benin City.
Mrs. Nkeki pointed out that unionism within Agbor’s business environment had driven up prices, citing examples such as a bag of rice selling for over 50,000 naira in Agbor, as opposed to around 45,000 naira in Lagos and Benin City. Additionally, she noted that the cost of renting a house was skyrocketing, exacerbated by the establishment of a university in Ika land.
Furthermore, Mrs. Nkeki highlighted the steep prices of broilers, which were being sold for between N8,000 and N10,000 in the region.
