Presidency to deepen consultations with Catholic Bishops

He disclosed that government was also sustaining dialogue and conflict prevention through the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC), describing collaboration with religious institutions as indispensable to advancing national interest, just as he reaffirmed profound respect for the Catholic Church’s contributions to Nigeria’s development through education, healthcare, humanitarian services, peacebuilding and moral guidance.“The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation will continue consultations with the leadership of the Catholic Bishops Conference, other faith-based organisations and relevant stakeholders on the issues raised during the meeting and on areas where greater collaboration can advance the national interest,” he said.

Akume said the administration would sustain engagement with the Bishops and other stakeholders on the concerns raised during the meeting, describing such collaboration as central to advancing the national interest.