The Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu State, Rev. Fr. Ejike Mbaka, has issued a dire warning regarding the recent spike in fuel prices in Nigeria, urging citizens and government officials alike to seek divine intervention through prayer to avert a potential famine crisis.
Mbaka’s comments came during the commissioning of the newly established Blessed Omemma Oil and Gas Limited filling station in Abakpa, Enugu East Local Government Area.
The cleric expressed deep concern over the growing economic hardships faced by Nigerians, particularly the rising hunger rates, which, if left unchecked, could spiral into a full-scale famine.
“We need more prayers for Nigeria to be well,” Mbaka emphasised, stressing that the country is already grappling with significant food scarcity.
He warned that without urgent action and divine help, the nation could face even more severe consequences.
“What we are facing now is hunger, but if we’re not careful, we could face famine,” he added.
In addition to the call for spiritual intervention, Mbaka encouraged Nigerians to be proactive with their finances.
He advised people to consider investing their money rather than keeping it in banks, where it continues to lose value due to inflation and the ongoing economic challenges.
“The value of savings is diminishing. You need to be wise with your money invest it instead of letting it sit idle in the bank,” Mbaka urged, urging the public to be more financially strategic in these trying times.
The priest also addressed the fuel price crisis, which has seen sharp increases in recent months, putting a strain on the average Nigerian household.
He called on the government to take immediate, decisive action to address the fuel price hikes, noting that a well-coordinated response could alleviate the current hardships.
“The government knows what they need to do about the fuel hike,” Mbaka said.
“One solution from them can overcome these toxic situations, and that’s why I emphasise the power of prayer. We need divine help, and we need action from the government.”
The event also saw the official opening of the Blessed Omemma Oil and Gas Ultra-Modern Station, owned by Chief Mathias Ukaigwe. The station, which offers refined petroleum products, including Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), and Dual-Purpose Kerosene (DPK), aims to provide residents in Enugu East and surrounding areas with reliable access to essential fuels at competitive prices.
In his remarks, Chinedu Anyaso, Chairman of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) Enugu Unit, commended Chief Ukaigwe for his investment in the community.
“This filling station will help ensure the availability and accessibility of petroleum products for the residents of Enugu East Local Government and beyond,” Anyaso said.
“It will also contribute to the local and national economy by creating jobs and improving economic activities.”
The commissioning event comes at a time when fuel prices are rising across the country, adding to the already difficult economic conditions faced by ordinary Nigerians.
The hope, however, is that through both collective action and spiritual guidance, the country can navigate these challenging times and prevent a worsening of the current situation.
As Fr. Mbaka aptly put it: “We need more prayers for Nigeria to be well.”
