Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has called on leaders of the Church of Nigeria’s Anglican Communion to reclaim their role as a moral compass in society, emphasizing the need for the church to lead by example and promote values that prioritize character over wealth and service over self-interest.

Governor Charles Soludo, Anambra State

Governor Chukwuma Soludo recently addressed over 170 bishops at their annual retreat in Awka, where he emphasized the alarming rate of moral decay in Nigerian society. He particularly expressed concern about the youth, who are increasingly prioritizing wealth accumulation over moral values. This assertion echoes his administration’s focus on rebuilding the state’s value system, as outlined in the five pillars of his administration, which include governance and value system.

In a release from Soludo’s Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, the governor pointed out that the “get-rich-quick” mentality that has taken root among youths is fueling insecurity and making kidnapping a lucrative enterprise in the country.

Governor Soludo affirmed that many religious institutions have failed to question the origins of the wealth donated by their church members, thus tacitly endorsing unethical means of acquiring riches.

“When the church turns a blind eye to the source of donations, it loses its moral authority and becomes part of the problem,” Soludo avowed.

Governor Charles Soludo, Anambra State

The governor’s remark which was not merely a critique but also a roadmap for societal redemption, places the responsibility on church leaders to restore the right values and serve as models of integrity and righteousness.

It also calls for a return to the core tenets of faith that emphasized humility, honesty, service, and hard work over unbridled materialism and hedonism.