Oluremi Tinubu Urges Christian Leaders to Preach True Gospel, Receives Lausanne Movement Delegation
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Christian leaders to focus on preaching the true gospel rather than mere messages, while also calling on people of faith to support ongoing efforts to rebuild the nation.
The First Lady made the call when she received the Global Executive Chairman of the Lausanne Movement, Michael Oh, and his delegation during a courtesy visit to her office.
Speaking during the meeting, Tinubu emphasised the need for Christians to live lives that reflect readiness for the coming of Christ while serving as examples to younger generations.
She said Christian leaders and followers must act as watchmen, stressing the importance of teaching virtues and moral values to the youth.
The First Lady also noted that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is focused on laying a solid foundation for Nigeria’s future.
According to her, building a strong national foundation would make it easier for future generations to consolidate on existing progress. She drew a parallel with the transformation witnessed in Lagos State following the President’s tenure as governor.
Tinubu added that national development would be easier to achieve with greater religious understanding and cooperation among citizens.
In his remarks, Oh explained that the Lausanne Movement, founded in 1974 by renowned evangelist Billy Graham, is a global evangelical initiative committed to uniting Christians for world evangelisation.
He noted that only about one percent of Christians globally serve as evangelists or preachers, adding that the gospel is largely spread through the conduct and lifestyle of the remaining majority in their daily engagements.
According to him, the message of Christ can be shared in the marketplace, politics, and homes through exemplary living.
Oh commended the First Lady for what he described as meaningful leadership and encouraged Christians to lead with humility, service, and love.
He further expressed optimism about the continent’s growing role in global Christianity, describing Africa as the future of global evangelism.
