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By Adewale Banjo
Founder of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministries, Godwin Ikuru, has appealed to the newly inaugurated President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, to take immediate action to end the ongoing discrimination against Nigerians living in his country.
Ikuru made the call, yesterday, while speaking with newsmen in Lagos, emphasising the need for unity across the African continent, just as he equally advocated tolerance and acceptance of all visitors within South Africa’s borders.
The prophet’s call came against the backdrop of numerous reports of xenophobic attacks and violence against foreign nationals, particularly Nigerians, in South Africa, a development which had sparked international outcry, calling for stronger measures to protect the lives and properties of all Africans residing in the country.
The cleric noted that Africa is one, saying South Africa must be accommodating to all visitors to the country and, therefore, the need to put a stop to violence and discrimination against Nigerians.
“Africa is one. There should be unity among us. South Africans must be tolerant and accepting of every visitor in their country. The violence and discrimination against Nigerians must stop,” he said.
On the political crisis rocking Rivers State, Ikuru called on former governor Nyesom Wike and the incumbent Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to resolve their differences and end the conflict that had led to the loss of lives and destruction of property.
Ikuru, while making the call, denounced the situation pervading the state currently, urging that peace should be allowed to reign as, according to him, there cannot be progress in a state where there is crisis and power tussles.
“There should not be any loss of lives and property due to misunderstandings. Let peace reign and let us work on the progress of the state. There cannot be progress in a state where there is crisis and power tussles.
“Peace and unity will not resonate deeply where political instability and violence threaten the social and economic fabric of the communities. Leaders must prioritise the safety and well-being of their citizens above all else,” Ikuru said.
