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Nigerians have been admonished not to lose hope in the survival of the Country, but to keep faith that God will turn things around positively and make the country grow and reclaim its glory.

The Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Abeokuta, Most Rev. Dr. Peter Olukayode Odetoyinbo gave the admonition, in his homily at Our Lady Queen of All Hearts Catholic Church, Tarmac Sango, while administering Sacrament of Confirmation on 66 faithful of the parish recently.

He called on all Nigerians; irrespective of religious affiliations not to relent in praying for God’s intervention in the present socio-economic and political situation of the country, expressing confidence that things will change for the better very soon by the grace of God.

He said, the present situation will not last forever, as God is in control of the situation and will turn it around positively, only if Nigerians can emulate Bartimaeus, who called on God in the time of need.

He said, "God is with us in Nigeria, especially in the minds of our difficulties, He will restore the glory of our country. Our God is a promise keeping God and always faithful. Take His assurance seriously. Don't despair. Don't live in regret, just believe His promises. He is always with you and nothing is impossible for Him to do. Always trust God in all situations. He has power and control over what you are passing through. God will never abandon you. He will neither leave nor forsake you. Your coming to church is to seek for God's forgiveness and mercy. You are not in the Church to look at anybody. In this Year of Prayer, you must emulate Bartimaeus, who was persistent in calling on Jesus, to receive his miracle, despite discouragement from the crowd. Be persistent in your prayers. Jesus is passing by every time and everywhere in your situations, pains, trade, family, and even in your leisure time. Take the opportunity and call on Him. He will answer you and touch your situation.