Mission work is vital to church’s growth, defence of society – Bishop Oluwarohunbi

The Bishop of the Diocese of Yewa, Anglican Communion, The Right Reverend Michael Oluwarohunbi, has emphasised that the church leaders need to do more in mission work.

He made this statement at the Church of Nigeria at the just concluded 2024 Annual Retreat of Bishops and Spouses, at Faith Plaza in Lagos.

Oluwarohunbi emphasised the vital role of mission work within the church noting that it ensures the growth of the church and also helps in defending the community and society.

The cleric expressed the challenges posed by the migration of people from the Northern part of the country to the south, highlighting the need for strategic efforts to address the impact of this influx.

Bishop Oluwarohunbi revealed collaborative initiatives with the Church of Nigeria Missions, deploying missionaries to areas with high concentrations of migrants.

Notably, a Hausa Priest from St. Francis Wusasa was ordained to lead mission activities in the Diocese of Yewa where he oversees, yielding positive outcomes.

Addressing economic challenges in Nigeria, including fuel shortages, inflation, and exchange rate issues, the Bishop described the situation as “biting,” acknowledging widespread complaints. However, he refrained from solely blaming the current administration, attributing the economic woes to a history of past bad governance.

He urged patience, advising people to give the government time to tackle economic issues and emphasized the importance of addressing past wrongdoings.

He said that he foresaw a turnaround if the government implemented effective policies backed by decisive actions, expressing hope for a brighter future for Nigeria.