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By Vera Wisdom-Bassey
The General Overseer of Christ Royal Family International Church, Bishop Tom Samson, has issued a passionate appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and political leaders across the country to set aside partisan interests and work collectively to rescue Nigeria from its worsening security crisis.
Speaking with journalists ahead of a series of major church programs scheduled for December 7–14, 2025, Bishop Samson warned that the security situation has reached emergency levels and demands urgent national unity rather than political point-scoring. The events, themed “Soaring to Unprecedented Heights,” will hold at Monarch University, Iyesi-Ota, and feature a camp meeting, a lecture on educational development, the formal commissioning of Monarch University, and activities marking the cleric’s 60th birthday on November 13, 2025.
Bishop Samson, visibly concerned about the state of the nation, stressed that Nigerians must rally behind President Tinubu at this critical time.
“I want to beg politicians not to make partisan politics out of this,” he said. “Tinubu needs our support. Let us save our country. It has come to a point where only God can save Nigeria, but we must also play our part.”
He lamented the persistent attacks, kidnappings, and killings across the country, noting that the situation has gone beyond isolated incidents.
“We can no longer deny the fact that there is genocide in the country,” he declared. “But instead of pointing fingers, we must ask: what can we do to eradicate this menace?”
The cleric expressed concern that greed, corruption, and the struggle for control of resources may be fueling the violence. “I learnt that money is involved, and when resources are at stake, people are ready to kill,” he said solemnly.
He urged lawmakers, including senators and members of the House of Representatives, not to abandon the President in the fight against insecurity.
“I want to appeal to our Senate and House of Representatives: don’t leave the President alone. Let us synergize with him. Nigeria belongs to all of us.”
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Bishop Samson commended traditional rulers and governors in the Southwest for their proactive steps to curb insecurity, particularly citing interventions in Ekiti State. He shared a personal account involving his institution’s provosts who narrowly escaped kidnappers during a trip to the state.
“Each time they travel to Ekiti for meetings, I’m always praying for them. That route is not safe,” he lamented. “Even in Sagamu, it has entered Lagos. Before it catches up with all of us, let us do something and fast.”
Turning his focus to Nigerian youths, Bishop Samson urged them to embrace hard work, innovation, and creativity rather than chasing quick wealth. He condemned the prevalent “get-rich-quick syndrome,” which he said has derailed many young people.
“There is dignity in labour,” he emphasized. “Every youth must look inward and identify what they can do well. Forget the obsession with overnight success.”
The Delta State–born cleric used his own life story as an example of gradual, disciplined growth. He recalled that every investment he owns today began during his university days.
“All the investments I have now, I started in my 200 level at Delta State University in 1986,” he said. “I registered my businesses as a student and even had complimentary cards then.”
Now turning 60, Bishop Samson reflected on his journey with gratitude.
“At 60, I have a reasonable income, and no police is chasing me to know how I made my wealth,” he said, highlighting the importance of clean earnings and transparent effort.
He argued that Nigeria remains a fertile ground for entrepreneurship and that those willing to work will always find opportunities.
“Nigeria is a good place. There is nothing you sell in this country that will not move,” he said confidently.
Bishop Samson did not leave journalists out of his counsel. He encouraged media practitioners to consider small-scale businesses they can run on the side, noting that economic realities require multiple streams of income.
“It could be supplying bread, water, anything,” he suggested. “Use your off days wisely.”
Despite his passion for preaching, the Bishop explained that he created various platforms and enterprises not for personal gain, but to empower others.
“I tell people that my passion is preaching, but I created all these platforms so people can benefit,” he concluded.
As Nigeria continues to grapple with complex security challenges, economic uncertainties, and social tensions, voices like Bishop Samson’s add to the growing call for unity, collective responsibility, and national renewal. His message underscores the need for political actors to put the nation above personal or party ambition, while also challenging citizens, especially the youth, to adopt values that promote productivity, accountability, and hope.
