A renowned Economist and Legal Practitioner, Dr. Gbenga Adeoye has saluted the high level of patriotism of the newly appointed Lead Pastor of the Fountain of Life Church, Pastor Jimmy Odukoya as he led members of his congregation to raise an altar of prayer for the Super Eagles for victory against South Africa.



The Egba born technocrat said that at first he condemned the act of turning the altar to a platform for soliciting requests for a football challenge, but looking inwardly saw the level of love displayed by the Pastor, which is a real addiction of love towards ones nation.

He made this revelation in a statement made available to newsmen in Abeokuta today through his media office.

Dr. Adeoye said that those dividing the nation using religion, political or ethnicity should desist or face the wrath of God.

Speaking on what earned the team the outstanding victory against South, he said that despite the ethnic colouration of violence and kidnapping, he strongly believed that no tribe is totally bad.

Reacting to the atmosphere in the country on February 7, 2024, Adeoye said that Nigerians if united can withstand any challenge either kidnapping, terrorism or political victimization by the ruling class.

He clearly mentioned the patriotic stand of the Nigerians in the Diaspora "No wonder our people in diaspora despite holding UK, US Or Canadian Passport still follow everything in Nigeria from politics to health care and security".

"Most people that rushed around and shouted with joy didn't do so because they are addicted football fans, they are not Manchester United or Chelsea Fans, but purely lovers of this great country.

Adeoye said that patriotism is like an addiction irrespective of ethnicity, religion or political leanings, even those who had Japa, the feeling is the same.

"Most times when I feature on Sunrise Daily at Channels to discuss Economy, Tax or Fiscal Policies; they seem to be more interested outside Nigeria.

Saluting the enviable patriotic standard of his wife, Dr. Gbenga reported how much her wife got entangled with the game, the Legal luminary said the wife forgot to restock the supermarket and the fact that inflation has wiped off more than 50% of working capital, the focus of her wife on 7th February is how Nigeria will win. "She even told me seriously to start praying and use my faith for Super Eagles, what a way to love one's dear country".

He said that his wife refused to put on the Television set in her office to avoid High Blood Pressure, "as she listens to people that converge around us, if they are too quiet; then it is because they are sad that we are losing but if they shout for joy, then we are winning. She will send one staff or call intercom to ask about the match".

The Chartered account believed that Nigeria will become great again, if we all join hands to address our challenges and those in Government become humble to listen to those outside and of course become flexible with our policies by adjusting or eliminating any policy that is counterproductive and breeding poverty and hunger to avert National Anger.

In Conclusion, Dr. Gbenga entreats all Nigerians including religious leaders to use their platforms to pray for the good of the Nation.

Pray 4 d economy first