By Sharon Akuboh, Abuja
Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Founder of Shiloh Altar, God’s New Living Tabernacle for the Holy Children of Israel, Saint Mary Iyabo McOliver, has called on Nigerians to embrace moral consciousness, spiritual discipline and responsible citizenship as pathways to peaceful coexistence and national development.
McOliver made the appeal during a one-day sensitization lecture series and press briefing held in Abuja, where participants deliberated on issues surrounding faith, ethical conduct, civic responsibility and spiritual awareness in modern society. She called on Nigerians to go secure their Permanent Voters Cards, PVC.
Speaking on the theme, “You Are the Last of Your Kind, Save Your Soul from the Abyss of the Underworld,” she stressed the need for individuals to uphold personal discipline, study scriptural teachings and make conscious decisions capable of positively shaping their lives and communities.
According to her, many of the social challenges confronting families and society today stem from a decline in moral values and a growing disconnect from faith-based principles. She noted that Nigerians must become more intentional about the values they uphold and the environments they expose themselves and their children to.
McOliver charged parents and guardians to play active roles in instilling sound ethical and spiritual values in younger generations, while also cautioning against negative social influences capable of undermining peace, unity and societal harmony.
She further encouraged religious adherents to prioritize personal understanding of scriptures, peaceful worship and spiritual growth, while discouraging actions capable of promoting fear, confusion or division within communities.
The cleric explained that the sensitization programme was designed to encourage public enlightenment, moral reflection and constructive dialogue on responsible living and spiritual consciousness.
As part of activities marking the event, awards of recognition were presented to notable religious and traditional figures for their contributions to faith, leadership and societal advancement.
Among those honoured were Pst Chris Oyakhilome, who received recognition for his impact in Christian ministry and humanitarian outreach.
McOliver was also honoured for her efforts in promoting spiritual awareness, public enlightenment and moral advocacy through the activities of The New Shiloh Altar.
Also recognised was the traditional institution of Oba Ewuare the Great for contributions toward cultural preservation, peacebuilding and leadership within society.
Participants at the event were encouraged to uphold integrity, maintain peaceful relationships and contribute positively to national development through lawful and responsible conduct.
The event featured lectures, scriptural reflections, prayers and interactive sessions aimed at promoting ethical conduct, self-awareness and stronger commitment to societal values.
Organisers disclosed that the sensitization lecture series would continue in phases as part of broader efforts to deepen spiritual education, moral orientation and peaceful coexistence across communities.