Ven. Ikezue Urges Nigerian Christians to Sustain Unity, Stand Against Injustice
By Chizoba Njaka
Labour Party Senatorial Candidate for Anambra Central, Ven. Tochukwu Sagacious Ikezue, has called on Christian leaders and faithful across Nigeria to strengthen unity and sustain family ties among the various denominations for the advancement of the Church and the nation.
Ven. Ikezue made the statement while addressing journalists in his campaign office in Awka on Thursday, August 6, 2026, stressing that the Church must remain united in the face of challenges affecting Christians and the wider Nigerian society.
He commended the ecumenical spirit recently demonstrated by Christian leaders, particularly the Primate of All Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Henry Chukwudum Ndukuba, for publicly expressing support for Cardinal John Onaiyekan over his disagreement with the Federal Government.
According to Ven. Ikezue, the solidarity demonstrated by the Anglican leader showed the importance of unity among Christians, noting that when one part of the Christian body is affected, the entire body should respond.
He also commended Bishop David Oyedepo for what he described as his courage in speaking out on issues affecting the country, urging other Christian leaders who were yet to speak to also lend their voices to issues of national importance.
The Labour Party candidate maintained that Christian leaders should not limit their responsibilities to the pulpit but should also defend truth, justice and the interests of the people. He further urged Christians across denominations, including Anglican, Catholic, Pentecostal and Orthodox churches, to present a united front through prayer, advocacy and constructive action.
Ven. Ikezue argued that a united Church could play a significant role in promoting accountability and addressing challenges confronting the country.
He particularly expressed concern over policies and actions which, according to him, could restrict evangelism, citing the categorisation of bus preaching alongside hawking as an issue requiring the attention of Christian leaders. “Our faith is not private. Our faith is public. And when public policy affects millions of Christians, the Church must respond as one family".
He also urged Christian leaders to sustain the bonds that unite them across denominational lines, stressing that greater cooperation among them would strengthen their ability to contribute meaningfully to national development. “A divided Church cannot correct a divided nation. But a united Church can heal, correct, and rebuild Nigeria,” Ven. Ikezue added.
He as well prayed for wisdom, courage and unity among Christian leaders as they continue to contribute to the moral and social development of the country.