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Government must prioritise best brains to drive growth, devt says Kumuyi

POSTED ON December 20, 2024 •   Politics      BY Benedicta Bassey
The General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi

LAGOS STATE, Nigeria —  The General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has called on Nigerian government leaders to focus attention on selecting the best brains for a meaningful growth and development in the country.

He spoke on Thursday at a press conference to herald the church’s National December Retreat and Global Crusade.

He underscored the need for leaders to pay attention to the voices of all segments of society.

According to him, “We are all aware of the current situation in the country, and every segment of society has expressed their expectations. The youth have made their expectations known, as have women and other groups, even if their methods may not always be appreciated by those in leadership. However, it is crucial to extract the underlying messages from their actions and voices."

He urged leaders at all levels—local, state, and federal—to fulfill their responsibility of listening to the populace.

"Leaders were chosen to bring progress to the nation, the people have the right to demand accountability and responsiveness. Leaders must develop thorough and actionable plans to address these issues and move the country forward,” he added.

Kumuyi also emphasised the importance of utilising the country’s pool of talent and expertise, including individuals outside formal governance structures.

"By tapping into these resources, we can ensure that the nation improves in all aspects of governance and development,” he added.

The retreat, scheduled to hold at the Deeper Life International Conference Centre, KM 42, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, from December 20 to 25, 2024, aims to foster spiritual renewal and national transformation.

Speaking about the event, Kumuyi said, “This is a general retreat programme where we reflect on the past, present, and future. We look forward to transformation in our lives, families, and nation. We also envision a global impact, reaching many nations and sharing in the blessings of what God is doing.”

“The GCK over the years has experienced tremendous breakthroughs by God’s grace. God has promised us all things under heaven, and we trust that He will prove Himself mightily. He has already done marvelous things, and as we gather for this year’s climax, we anticipate miracles, deliverance, and transformed lives."

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