THE General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has urged Nigerian government leaders to prioritise selecting the best minds for co-development.
Pastor Kumuyi stated during the press conference for the church’s National December Retreat and Global Crusade that the leaders of the country need to listen to the voices of all segments of society.
“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,” Kumuyi said.
The cleric urged leaders at all levels—local, state, and federal—to listen to the people’s concerns.
“Since they 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 stated.
Kumuyi also highlighted the need to leverage the nation’s talent and expertise, including individuals beyond 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 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 the transformation in our lives, families, and nation. We also envision a global impact, reaching many nations and sharing the blessings of what God is doing.”
He highlighted the success of previous editions of the GCK, noting its remarkable breakthroughs.
“The GCK over the years has experienced tremendous breakthroughs by God’s grace. God has promised us everything. Under heaven, and we trust 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. Every miracle we need will be available, and we believe things will turn around for the better in our nation,” he said.