Frmer President Goodluck Jonathan has called on Nigerians to pray for his mother, Eunice Jonathan, who lost eight of her children.
The ex-president made the call on Friday during the funeral service of his elder sister, Obebhatein Jonthan, at the Dame Patience Jonathan Square, Otuoke in the Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
Seventy-year-old Ms Obebhatein died on January 11, 2024, after a brief illness.
Jonathan, now the only surviving son of his mother, urged Nigerians to pray for his mother, saying that since the death of his sister, the woman had not been the same again.
He thanked Nigerians who came for the burial.
On his part, Dogood Qkpufu, second son of the deceased, urged women to emulate his mother.
He recalled that his mother was determined to be a graduate and achieved that which qualified her to be a teacher.
Also, Omonibele Azibanyeluan, daughter of the late Obebhatein, said that her mother led a simple life and was generous.
“She was a good woman, peaceful, patient and God-fearing,” she said.
In a related development, the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has stirred up discussions with his recent prayer for his congregation.
In a viral video, he fervently prayed for his members, expressing a belief that Christians from other denominations would show deference to them.
Pastor Adeboye said; “Follow us on Instagram – get the most important news directly in your favourite app! “I decree in the name that is above every other name, Christians from other denominations will bow before you.”
It was gathered that the clip was a throwback snippet from one of their convention programs over the years as they prepared for the 2024 edition, which also falls on the week of his birthday.
However, many were appalled and angered by his chosen prayer topic, spreading widespread social media criticism.
One I Am Sp3ncer wrote; “Age is beginning to take over slowly. They say when they’re old, they start talking like kids again. So it’s true. Pls don’t blame him and stop dragging him ejoo.”
One Wendy Adanma stated; “It’s time he retires because wetin be this.”
One Rehkie said; “Seems like this pastor doesn’t think before he talks.”
One Dr Buchi wrote: “Religion is gradually exposing itself to be a scam.”
One I Am Murie declared: “I don’t like this prayer point but I can’t condemn such a great man of God.”
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