The Anglican Diocese of Amichi has raised serious concerns over the worsening economic and security situation in Nigeria, blaming the country’s political leaders for neglecting the needs of the people. During the Second Session of the 6th Synod at Immanuel Anglican Church in Akwaihedi, Anambra State, Bishop Ephraim Ikeakor described Nigeria as a nation “bleeding to death” due to the greed and insensitivity of those in power.
Despite being one of the largest oil producers globally, the Bishop said Nigeria is drowning in hunger, unemployment, and violence. He pointed to the alarming rate of out-of-school children, rising inflation, and failing public services as signs of national decay. “We have a healthcare system that’s barely functioning, schools that can’t teach, and a government that doesn’t seem to care,” he said.
Bishop Ikeakor strongly criticized political leaders for turning their attention to the 2027 election while Nigerians face daily hardship. He questioned the rush to endorse President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, asking what achievements warrant such support. “People are dying, and all they care about is 2027,” he said. “Hospitals are failing, the judiciary is compromised, and the legislature has become a rubber stamp.”
The Bishop also condemned the silence of the presidency on widespread killings by armed herders in states like Benue, Zamfara, Plateau, and Enugu. “Nigerians are being killed and the President says nothing,” he said, urging Tinubu to show leadership and take firm action.
He criticized the federal government’s spending choices, questioning the decision to allocate N39 billion to renovate the International Conference Centre while hospitals and schools remain in ruins. “We are borrowing recklessly while basic services collapse. Human life now has no value in Nigeria,” he added.
Despite his harsh assessment, Bishop Ikeakor encouraged Nigerians not to lose hope. He urged the youth to reject corrupt politicians and take charge of their future through the ballot box. “There are fewer than 10,000 people holding this country hostage. Over 200 million can rewrite the story if they vote with purpose,” he said.
He also warned against fleeing abroad as a solution, saying migration doesn’t solve the problem. “Even with a Green Card, you’re still a glorified slave. Nigeria needs you here. Let’s act now.”
The Synod closed with a strong message to both leaders and citizens: governance must take priority over political games, and accountability must become the standard if the country is to survive.
