Paul R. Gallagher, the Holy See’s Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations, has urged Nigerians to stay strong and persevere despite the current afflictions, adding that true peace transcends immediate human suffering.
The Archbishop also implored the lay faithful and clergy to operate in total obedience to God to avoid reaping the whirlwind, and warned against self-serving leadership and systemic corruption. He also prayed that the Church in Nigeria remains an unwavering beacon of hope in the service of the common good of every Nigerian.
The thanksgiving Mass to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the Holy See and Nigeria was held at Our Lady Queen of Nigeria Pro-Cathedral in Abuja. Gallagher acknowledged the steep socio-economic realities confronting Nigeria, drawing parallels to the biblical struggles of Judah and delivered a message of hope to Nigerians.
“The example of St Patrick remains important for the Nigeria of
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