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The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by fatdon2(m): 3:04pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
Lagos – President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to put aside all religious differences and strive to build one great and united nation. Jonathan made the appeal at the 7th edition of “The Experience’’, a gospel musical show held at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos on Friday night. “There’s nothing we cannot accomplish as a nation as long as we can put aside our religious differences. The road ahead demands great sacrifices but there is no shortcut to greatness,” he said. He said though 2012 had been a very challenging year for the country, it was a testament to the indomitable spirit of the people they could still gather to thank God. The president, who spoke via a recorded video message projected to a big screen at the venue, said: “This is an evidence that the Nigeria we dream of can be achieved.’’ He thanked Nigerians for praying for the country and said: “As long as there are committed Nigerians praying for our leaders, there shall be success.’’ The programme which had more than 500,000 people in attendance was organised by Pastor Paul Adefarasin of the House on the Rock Church. Gospel artists that featured included Don Moen, Chevelle Franklyn, Deitrick Haddon, Israel Houghton, Fred Hammond, John Francis and Micah Stampley. There were also performances by Sammie Okposo, Mike Aremu, Timi Dakolo, South Africa’s Soweto Spiritual Singers, Chosen Treasure, the choir of House on the Rocks and Michelle Williams who rendered the Nigerian anthem. The event also featured great men of God who led the congregation in prayers for the country. Among the ministers of the gospel were former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, who registered his joy at being at this year’s event. He congratulated the convener, Adefarasin, on a very successful event. Gowon lamented the present situation in some parts of northern Nigeria. “What is happening in the north bleeds my heart. I thought after the bloodshed we’ve had over the years, we will not have any more but sadly we are still having it. “Prayers are better than guns and weapons,” he said, as he led the congregation in prayers. Rev. Felix Meduonye of the Foursquare Gospel Church prayed for improved infrastructure and electricity in Nigeria. Among dignitaries at the programme were the First Lady of Lagos State, Mrs Abimbola Fashola, Gov. Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State and his wife and Ayo Oritsejafor the president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). (NAN) www.vanguardngr.com/2012/12/the-nigeria-we-dream-of-can-be-achieved-says-jonathan/ |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by Idokojimmy: 3:16pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
The opening paragragh captures it all. We can only build a nation if we are united and committed to the course. Just wish everyone could just support this man for the sake of our Country. |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by kunlekunle: 3:31pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
Idokojimmy: The opening paragragh captures it all. We can only build a nation if we are united and committed to the course. Just wish everyone could just support this man for the sake of our Country. has he any agenda for the country?? |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by Nobody: 4:51pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
Idokojimmy: The opening paragragh captures it all. We can only build a nation if we are united and committed to the course. Just wish everyone could just support this man for the sake of our Country. You wish we all support "this man" in looting us blind right? ![]() ![]() thank god wishes are not horses! ![]() ![]() 1 Like |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by fatdon2(m): 5:05pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
I thought he said that the security challenge in our country is under control? Why is he speaking using a projector? Dream can be achieved if we go to sleep. How can we go to sleep if any moment from now, our village can be a victim of attack by this terrorist? How can we sleep if there is no electricity? How can we sleep if our stomach is empty because of high prices of our commodities? It's about time that the FG should give us result, not empty reassurances. |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by Emmy3(m): 6:26pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
Yes, it can still be achieved but you need to act and act right. I wish these words were from your heart. Good people; great nation. |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by lanrefront1(m): 7:07pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
This another classic example of how men of God in the country, who God has made prominent ti have a voice that can be heard, instead of speaking against the evil of the leaders, choose to fraternize, and wine dine with the evil leaders. What is the essence of seeking the recorded message of a leader who is causing the people miseries and hardship in such a gathering? Does it not amount to putting a stamp of approval on him and all that he is doing? Just like politicians,Nigerian prominent men of God live in another world and cannot connect to the pain of the people. |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by truth4meal(m): 7:10pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
Jonah you are right - the Nigeria we dream can be achieved and that's why you should bleeping get off the road; your presence impedes the dream. |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by hillsate: 7:31pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
You are right sir Mr president, we can achieve the Nigeria dream but obviously not under your watch. |
Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by fatdon2(m): 8:39pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
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Re: The Nigeria We Dream Of Can Be Achieved, Says Jonathan. by aljharem(m): 9:07pm On Dec 09, 2012 |
Idokojimmy: The opening paragragh captures it all. We can only build a nation if we are united and committed to the course. Just wish everyone could just support this man for the sake of our Country. Yeah you are quite right. I bet if we support any of our leaders, they would make the country better but the issue is that he is a leader and not everyone he leads would support him. So what would a leader do ? try to give those people a reason to support and trust his judgement. |
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