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THE COMMUNIQUÉ ISSUED AT THE END OF THE SECOND SESSION OF THE SIXTH SYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF EGBA WEST, CHURCH OF NIGERIA (ANGLICAN COMMUNION) HELD AT ALL SAINTS CHURCH, OWODE, OBAFEMI OWODE L.G.A., OGUN STATE FROM 10TH –12TH MAY, 2024.
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The Second Session of the Sixth Synod of the Diocese of Egba West, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) was held at All Saints Anglican Church, Owode, Obafemi Owode LGA, Ogun State, from 10th – 12th May 2024, under the leadership and guidance of the Holy Spirit and presided over by the Rt. Revd. Samuel Oludele Ogundeji, the Diocesan Bishop and Mrs. Rebecca Oluyemi Ogundeji, Mama Egba West. The Chancellor Prof. Bankole A. A. Sodipo, SAN confirmed that an appropriate quorum was formed and the Diocesan Bishop thereupon declared the Synod open. The Opening ceremony was graced by the Rt. Revd. Dr. Emmanuel Adekunle, the Bishop of Egba Diocese and Chairman, Ogun State C.A.N; Rt. Revd N. O. Ogundipe, the Bishop of Ifo Diocese, Rt. Revd Dr. B F. R. Ogunbanwo, the Bishop of Ijebu South West Diocese; Rt. Revd Abel Ajibodu, the Bishop of Ile Oluji Diocese, Rt. Revd Dr. Nuhu Yohanna, the Bishop of Katsina Diocese; Rt. Revd S. O. Oke, the retired Bishop of Ekiti West Diocese.
Fraternal greetings were received from the representatives of the Archbishop of the Lagos Ecclastiacal Province, Most Revd Dr. Olusina Fape who was represented by Ven. Durojaiye, Bishops of Egba, Katsina, Ile Oluji, Ibadan, and Ifo Dioceses. Nineteen Dioceses also sent their goodwill messages and former President Olusegun Obasanjo GCFR. Also in attendance were the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, HRM, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, CFR Okukenu IV, who was ably represented by Olu of Owode, HRH Oba Kolawole Aremu Sowemimo (Gbadewolu 1); the Olu of Siun HRH Oba Lawrence Olawale Adisa Odeyinka; the Diocesan Mother, Chief Mrs. Maria Kehinde Shodunke with her husband Chief Ephraim Sodunke. The representative of Balogun of Egba Christian Chiefs, Chief Dr. J. B. Oke who was represented by his amiable wife, Chief Mrs Margaret Oyeronke Oke were also in attendance.
2.0 THEME OF THE SYNOD
The theme of the Synod “Receive, Believe and Become” is aptly taken from John 1:12. The opening service sermon was taken by Ven. H. O. Adeniyi (Rtd) and bible study was taken by Revd Canon G. O.Oladejo. The Rt. Revd. Dr. P. R. Oludipe – the Diocesan Bishop of Ijebu Diocese preached at the Thanksgiving service.
The Synod observes with keen interest the diocesan’s critical exposition of the theme described as very apt and his averment that for “as many as received Jesus Christ to them He gave the right to become the Children of God, to those who believe in His name. (John 1:12) and for those who receive and believe Him, God loved and gave eternal life as corroborated in John 3:1 “for God so loved the world that He gave only His begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him; shall not perish but have everlasting life” thus the Theme charges all Christians to receive, believe and become His children (i.e. Christ’s children of God) to have access to eternal life in His Kingdom.
THE DIOCESE OF EGBA WEST
The Synod commends the Diocesan, Rt. Revd. Samuel Oludele Ogundeji for his exemplary leadership roles and doggedness which has metamorphosed and charted an enduring path to monumental growth despite the challenges being faced by the Diocese. Synod appreciates his undaunted and staunch faith which has assisted greatly in improving the economic base of the Diocese. The Synod equally appreciates those who have supported the Diocese through their numerous donations and gifts.
4.0 OGUN STATE
The Synod thanks God for what the Lord has enabled the Governor of Ogun State Prince Dapo Abiodun CON to achieve during his on-going second term and urges him to do more exploits that will bring dividends of democracy to the people of Ogun State. More emphasis should be placed on rural roads and affordable houses.
5.0 STATE OF THE NATION
The Synod appreciates President Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu GCFR and Vice President Kashim Shettima GCON for what they have done so far despite the rottenness in the country
The Synod pleads with the Political leaders in the country to have mercy on the citizenry by coming up with policies with human face capable of providing immediate reliefs and succor to the people of the country.
a. Security
The Synod raised the issue of unknown gunmen, banditry and kidnappings prevailing and ravaging almost all part of the Nation and pleads that same should be nipped in the bud and also calls for the consideration and approval of the establishment of State Police to compliment the efforts of the Nigeria Police. The closer the security men to the locals the better
b. Electricity
TheSynod observes the epileptic situation of Electricity in the country and enjoins the Federal Government to find a lasting solution to the challenges as electricity is one of the fundamental necessities for the social economic and well being of the citizenry
c. Infrastructure
The Synod urges the Federal Government to pay more attention on the country infrastructures especially the deplorable road network which has turned to death traps. The Synod enjoins the government to expedite actions in completion of the railway system in the Country.
d. Hunger in the Country
The Synod further enjoins the government to address hunger situation in the country and increase food production. Besides, increment in living wages for workers should be given accelerated and unconditional consideration as their take home pay can no longer take them home.
6.0 MESSAGE TO THE CHURCH
No doubt the Nation, just like other countries in the world is going through a difficult period, we are not to allow this to weaken our faith in God instead it should strengthen our faith in God our Savior Jesus Christ, believes Him and always strive to become like Him, so that in our own little way we will positively change our world by bringing more people to the knowledge of His Salvation.
7.0 CONCLUSION
Synod encourages all to reap benefits of receiving believing and becoming like Jesus by feeling heavenly father’s and Christ love for them; having confidence that their growing in ways that are pleasing to their heavenly father; increasing faith in savior; strengthening ability to receive and act on revelation having joy and peace by choosing right and stronger relationship to help them grow in new skills, wisdom and experience of Christ-like dispensation.
God bless the Church!
God bless Ogun State!!
God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria!!!
DATED THIS 12TH DAY OF MAY, 2024.
VEN. G. O. FALOHUN PROF. BANKOLE SODIPO, (SAN)
Synod Secretary Chancellor
RT. REVD SAMUEL OLUDELE OGUNDEJI
The Diocesan Bishop
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