by Kolapo Olapoju
A former Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Dr. Christopher Kolade, says that Nigerian Christians are forced to compromise their faith on so many levels as a result of the endemic corruption in the system.
According to him, corruption thrives in the country and has become almost inherent in the average Nigerian.
Kolade made the submission on Friday, May 1, while delivering a keynote address (‘A call to true Christian living in Nigeria,’) at the 13th Synod of the Egba Diocese, The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion at the Bishop’s Court, Onikolobo, Abeokuta.
He said, “Today, the Nigerian Christian faces the uncomfortable reality that corruption seems to be the most prominent feature of our way of life.
“Due to corruption, there are many uncertainties in the Nigerian environment, which put a great deal of pressure on faith. The reason is simple. Uncertainty means that we are not sure of what to expect; therefore, the situations in our business may be out of control.
“Nobody likes to lose control, no one enjoys being caught by an unpleasant surprise. Therefore, we want to insure ourselves, to make sure that, whatever happens, we shall not fail to achieve our expectations.”
