Provide social services to alleviate poverty UNILAG VC tells churches
THE Vice Chancellor, University of Lagos, Professor Folasade Ogunsola has charged the Nigerian Christian faith to provide social services like education, healthcare, vocational training, help to alleviate poverty and provide opportunities for economic empowerment, which can reduce frustration and unrest. Delivering the lecture at the annual Apostles of Peace International Awards at Archbishop Vinning Memorial Church Cathedral, Ikeja, Lagos, Ogunsola charged the Church to do more in area of youth engagement, advocate for justice and fairness, “By speaking out against corruption, inequality, and human rights abuses, advocate for policies and practices that promote justice and fairness, addressing some of the root causes of conflict.” Ogunsola, who spoke on the theme: “Peace in Nigeria,” charged: “The Church must be more youth-centered, seek to understand them so we can engage them in positive activities such as sports, arts, and community service, to reduce the likelihood of them being d...