Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Obimma, a fiery Catholic priest and Spiritual Director of the Holy Ghost Adoration Ministry in Uke, Anambra State, has voiced deep concerns about the future of Nigeria as the general elections approach. Speaking from his office in Umudioka, Dunukofia Local Government Area, Obimma told journalists that Nigerians are feeling disillusioned with the current leadership and are yearning for change.
'I stand a better chance to tell the politicians the condition of the masses,' he said, explaining that his proximity to ordinary people gives him insight into their struggles. 'Nigeria is finished; our politicians have destroyed this country.'
Obimma expressed worry that removing an incumbent president would be extremely difficult due to the security paraphernalia under the incumbent's control and access to the country's finances. 'It is very difficult to remove an incumbent because he has the security paraphernalia, which are under his control, and he also has access to the country's finances,' he noted.
However, he maintained confidence in divine intervention: 'But human beings may have all these, but God has the final say. That is our fate and confidence that God is still in control.' He observed widespread disillusionment among citizens who fear their votes may not count even if they win.
'I know that next year's election will not be easy, but with God all things are possible,' the priest said. He urged Nigerians to cast their votes, asserting that citizens know which candidate is best qualified to lead the country. 'Everybody knows which candidate is better and most qualified to lead the country to greatness,' he stated.
The priest also insisted that the current government does not feel the pain of the people, adding that Nigerians are aware of who can best serve them but remain anxious about whether their votes will be counted.