Former President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed concern over the growing insecurity, killings and decline in moral values across Nigeria, describing the situation as deeply troubling.
Jonathan spoke on Saturday in Abuja during the closing ceremony of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion diocesan synod.
According to the former president, the country is facing difficult times that demand courageous leadership, spiritual guidance and collective efforts toward national renewal.
“When we look around today, particularly at the challenges confronting our country, it is easy to become discouraged,” he said.
“Violence, insecurity, moral decline, and the loss of human values have become deeply troubling realities.”
Jonathan also lamented what he described as the increasing normalisation of killings and violent attacks in the country.
“In times past, such incidents would shake the conscience of the nation,” he stated.
“Today, people are killed, communities are destroyed, and life seems to continue as though nothing has happened. This ought not to be so.”
The former Nigerian leader stressed that the church must continue to defend truth, righteousness and moral standards despite the nation’s challenges.
“That is why the role of the church remains indispensable,” Jonathan said.
“The church must continue to stand as the conscience of society, speaking truth, defending righteousness, and shaping lives through faith and godly example.”
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He further warned about the impact of modern technology and digital information systems, saying they have contributed to the spread of harmful values, particularly among young people.
“The influence of modern technology and information systems, though beneficial in many ways, has also contributed to the spread of negative values, where wrong is sometimes celebrated more than good,” he said.
“This is not the future we should desire for our children and generations yet unborn.”
Jonathan commended religious leaders for sustaining hope, discipline and faith despite the country’s current realities.
“I therefore commend the church for the work it continues to do in preserving faith, discipline, family values, and hope within society. Your labour is not in vain. Even in difficult times, God will not abandon His people,” he added.
The former president also emphasised the need for integrity and courage among public office holders and citizens.
“Society progresses when men and women of integrity, courage, and vision stand in the right places and speak the truth,” he said.
“We must continue to pray for our leaders, encourage one another, and work collectively for peace, justice, and national renewal.”