Pastor Lydia Idoko, leader of Faith Women Fellowship Ministry International, has called on President Bola Tinubu to ensure his economic reforms consider the well-being of ordinary Nigerians. Speaking at the Women of Excellence conference in Makurdi, she urged leaders to seek divine guidance and not rely solely on their own understanding during these challenging times.
The cleric, who is also the widow of former Chief Judge of Benue State, Justice Alhassan Idoko, emphasized the unprecedented hardship facing the country, urging President Tinubu to listen to the cries of the people. She stressed the importance of receiving feedback on how reforms affect everyday citizens and encouraged leaders to reflect on the impact their actions would have on their own families.
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Pastor Idoko further called on those in power to prioritize the needs of the less privileged, reminding them that leadership positions are temporary. She shared examples from Benue State, where former officials have fallen from grace after leaving office and returning to the reality of ordinary life.
The conference also aimed to inspire confidence in women during these tough times, assuring them that God has not abandoned them. Pastor Idoko encouraged spiritual growth and corporate prayer, believing that God will touch the hearts of leaders and help steer the nation toward better days.
