As Nigeria marks its 66th Independence anniversary, Rev. Abdul Allam is calling on Nigerians to look beyond the country’s present difficulties and believe that a better Nigeria is still possible.
For Rev. Abdul Allam, the message is not just one he preaches from the pulpit. It is one he has spent years putting into books, sharing through music and communicating through his work of raising leaders.
Originally trained as a lawyer, Rev. Abdul Allam says he was later called into ministry as an apostle focused on restoring destinies to what he describes as God’s original plan and purpose. He is an indigene of Benue State and has pioneered several initiatives, including Maranatha World Leadership Church and Governors Among the Nations, a media series.
His message about Nigeria is reflected in two publications: 52 Reasons Why Nigeria Cannot Break Up and I See a New Nigeria.
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Looking Beyond Nigeria’s Challenges
Rev. Abdul Allam explained that 52 Reasons Why Nigeria Cannot Break Up was written when Nigeria was 52 years old, at a time when predictions of the country’s possible disintegration were widely discussed.
According to Rev. Abdul Allam, the small book was intended to highlight the forces that unite Nigerians despite the differences and tensions across the country.
He described I See a New Nigeria as a pamphlet that examines what he considers the scriptural origins and purpose of Nigeria.
“I See a New Nigeria shows us Nigeria from God’s perspective,” he said, arguing that while regional agitations and political disagreements may change over time, what he believes to be God’s plan for the country will remain.
For Rev. Abdul Allam, this conviction is at the heart of his optimism about Nigeria’s future.
Rev. Abdul Allam Urges Leaders To Give Nigerians Reason To Hope
As Nigeria celebrates 66 years of independence, Rev Abdul Allam believes the anniversary should be more than a celebration. He said it should also provide an opportunity for Nigerians, particularly those in leadership, to reflect on the country’s journey and what remains to be done.
He urged Nigerians to first appreciate how far the country has come, saying the situation could have been worse.
But beyond gratitude, he said there must be an honest assessment of Nigeria’s progress and the conditions facing ordinary citizens.
“The giant of Africa has slept for too long,” he said, calling on leaders to seriously consider how to improve the lives of Nigerians.
According to him, the uncertainty surrounding the future is particularly concerning for many citizens, making effective leadership more important.
Taking His Message Of Hope To The People Through Music
Rev. Abdul Allam’s message of hope does not end with writing.
He said he is both a writer and a singer and uses music to reach people who may not necessarily have access to or interest in reading his books.
“I am a writer and a singer, so I sing the message that I’ve written,” he said.
One of his songs, Flourish Again, carries what he describes as a prophetic declaration, while Shouts of Grace is intended as an inspiration to people working to rebuild the nation.
For him, the message behind both the books and the music remains the same: Nigeria’s current difficulties do not have to define its future.
“A new Nigeria is coming,” he said, expressing his belief that things will improve in the years ahead.
“I spread it through writing, preaching and singing.”
A Call For A New Approach To Nigeria’s Governance
Rev. Abdul Allam also believes that addressing Nigeria’s structural challenges is necessary for the country to move forward.
He called for a Sovereign National Conference involving the country’s different ethnic and religious groups, where Nigerians can collectively discuss the kind of future they want for the country.
He also advocated restructuring, arguing that too much power is concentrated at the centre in Abuja.
In his view, greater devolution of power would give regions, states and other federating units more room to develop according to their circumstances and priorities.
He described the concentration of power at the centre as one of the challenges limiting the country’s development.
For Nigeria’s young people, Rev Abdul Allam’s message is one of responsibility as much as hope.
He urged young Nigerians to channel their energy into worthwhile ventures and resist the growing cynicism that leads some to dismiss institutions such as education and religion as worthless.
He believes Nigeria needs what he calls “a new breed without greed” young people equipped with knowledge, integrity and a better understanding of how the world works.
He said this vision is also central to his ministry, which he described as being dedicated to raising a new generation of leaders capable of making a difference in their communities and beyond.
As Nigerians celebrate another year of independence, Rev Abdul Allam is urging the country to keep hope alive and continue working towards the Nigeria they want to see.
Happy 66th Independence Day, Nigeria. May the years ahead bring greater unity, peace, progress and renewed hope for all Nigerians.
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