Elizabeth Vincent, Yenagoa
As part of the celebration of Nigeria’s Democracy Day, Pastor Alabi Divine Osagale of The Great Assembly of the Saint Crusade Ministry, Igbogene, Bayelsa State, has called on Bayelsans and Nigerians at large to focus on the potential of the nation’s economy and to invest in stabilizing it rather than dwelling on negativity.
Pastor Osagale emphasized the need for strategic efforts to combat poverty and unlock the economic potential across various states,he urged individuals to contribute positively by making investments that will help build a more stable and prosperous economy.
He noted, Times are indeed hard for many citizens, but constant complaints will not solve our problems, Instead we should focus on ways to help ourselves and our communities rise out of the current situation.”
Pastor Alabi expressed gratitude to God for the lives of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Douye Diri. He advised that price control measures should be extended beyond just fuel and cement, to include food and other essential commodities.
He said, That is why the president has appointed ministers to oversee different sectors, For example, the minister of transportation alone cannot ensure food gets to all 36 states we, as individuals must also do our part.”
Furthermore, Pastor Alabi commended Governor Diri for the ongoing development projects in Bayelsa State, including the Amarata Bridge, the stadium in Igbogene-Epie, and the state motor park. He described these as part of the governor’s legacy and expressed hope that projects left unfinished in his first term would be completed in his second term.
He urged Nigerians to remain optimistic and to focus on the benefits of democracy,we must look beyond the present challenges and see the light see the vision of a better nation,” he concluded.