PRESIDENT Goodluck Jonathan, on Sunday, said he would give account to God on all he is doing as the president of the country, noting that though there might be mistakes, his commitment to do good was total.
Speaking at a Sunday service in Winners Chapel, Goshen City, on Keffi Road, Nasarawa State, he likened the situation of Nigeria to that of the Super Eagles during their quarter final match with their Moroccan counterparts in South Africa, on Saturday, during which it appeared that the Eagles would be crushed in the beginning when they were down by three goals.
But the Super Eagles, according to him, fought back gallantly to prevail over the Atlas Lions, beating them four goals to three.
“Like the experience of the Super Eagles, I also do not expect things to be easy for the country, but with the prayers of the faithful, Nigeria would overcome.
“I am not here to make a formal speech as we have learnt to talk very little. Just like the bishop said in his sermon, your prayers have been helpful. I request that you continue to pray for this country,” he said.
While thanking Bishop David Abioye who had observed that the prayer of the people was what had been keeping the country going, Jonathan added “it has been very instructive. As I listened to your message, certain things were being reflected.
“I assure you that this country will cross the bridge. Yes, we have challenges as a nation. Even the most developed nations pass through stages sometimes even more challenging than we face today.
“But what happened yesterday (Saturday) in South Africa will be the story of this nation. Those of you who watched that match will know that it is not easy at the beginning. It was as if Nigeria was to be demolished, but all of a sudden, the young men came very strong and we won.
“That is how it will be with the story of this country. With your prayers and commitment, we will get to the destination. The promised land has never been an easy one for any nation. It was not easy for the Israelites and I promise that myself and my colleagues will continue to do what is right for this country,” he said.
Earlier in his sermon, Bishop Abioye had observed that leaders required the prayers of the church, because they were often the target of the enemies.
While noting that the church would, therefore, continue to pray for Jonathan, he commended him for his courage in assenting to the anti-same sex bill, as he noted that that same-sex marriage was contrary to reason.
“Our leaders are human, they are not angels. It is prayer that makes them to abide by the will of God. As we keep praying, God keeps guiding our leaders.
“When we pray, they gravitate towards what is good. That is why the church must keep praying. They are guided by our prayers, they are the targets of the enemy,” he said.