A former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has expressed concern over the escalating case of insecurity and corruption in the country.
He said the ugly development has made the future gloomy for the youths.
Gowon, therefore, called for deep reflection by all citizens.
The former military boss, gave this charge at the 25th anniversary of Scripture Union work in Abuja.
He was represented by the National Secretary of Nigeria Prays, Evangelist Austin Kemie.
According to him, all citizens must rise to deal with the various issues of moral burdens in the educational institutions.
He said there was the need to arrest the tide through massive prayer campaign and action.
Gowon said, “If we do not rise to bring our youths into the path of rectitude, then, their future prospects will appear gloomy and we cannot build a virile nation of trust, integrity and good governance.”
“Today’s celebration calls us into deep reflection of our lost godly values and virtues, particularly as Christian men and women, and seek to recover them.
“This occasion must therefore compel us to reflect deeply on the state of our nation.”
On his part, the National Chairman of the SU, Ekpo Etim Ekpo, challenged members of the organisation to continue to reach out to the world with God’s word.
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