Nigeria @ 57: Christian group plans 400 hours praise for nation’s unity

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru
ABUJA – AS the country prepares to mark her 57th Independence Anniversary some Christian group has planned to hold a 400-hour praises to thank God for keeping the country together despite the myriads of challenges threatening her unity.

The organisers of the praise worship said that President Muhammadu Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo will lead other top government functionaries to participate in the October 1 grand finale of the programme.

Already, over 140 Church choirs from different Christian denominations have indicated interest to participate in the praise worship which is also meant to thank God for the recovery of President Buhari and his second year anniversary in office.

Addressing journalists in Abuja, Joseph Oluseyi Malomo who is the Coordinator said that the commencement of the activities that will precede the anniversary, was backed by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) ‎and hundreds of volunteers.

Malomo said it was specifically designed by the group with the name “Halleluiah Nigeria” to show gratitude to God, especially following the country’s official exit from a biting economic recession.

He said, the Aso villa Chapel in conjunction with over 140 choirs drawn from all Nigerian churches will this Thursday begin the activities lined up ahead of the grand finale for anniversary scheduled to take place at the National Christian Centre, Abuja.

He said, “Just a few days ago, we received with cheerful hearts the good news that we are now officially out of recession. As if putting icing on the cake, the news came after the whole nation joyfully received the return of our dearest President.

“It is only logical for us to gather and return ‎our thanks and praise to this God who responds and answers the heartfelt prayers of all Nigerians.

“The Hallelujah Nigeria in conjunction with all churches and fellowships in Nigeria are therefore organizing this exceptional and record breaking praise event to thank this good God who has proven that He holds our Nation dearest to His heart.”

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