He said, we must learn to de-emphasize the essence of money in the country.
There’s time to receive money and there’s time not to receive money and this is what we have to know as Nigerians.
“Principles are stronger and better than money. Money can buy you a good car, but it can’t guarantee you a safe journey.
“Money can build you a good house, but it can’t guarantee you safety nor security. It can put food on your table, but it can’t guarantee your appetite.
“It can give you the services of the good doctors in town, but it can not guarantee you good health or long life.
“You can’t enjoy favour without some labour. We are not teaching the young people the dignity of labour.
According to the former president, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) who said one year is just like yesterday, thanksgiving brings creatures into the presence of God, quoted from Psalm 100:4, Corinthians 4:17, Ecclesiastes 7:12, 1 King 28:31 and others said prayer is not complete without thanksgiving.
He told the congregation that ,they must learn to be grateful to God at all time adding that we breathe because God gave us life .
“If you are not grateful, you will become a ‘great fool’. We must learn to emphasize the importance of thanksgiving in our daily life,” Pastor Oritsejafor noted
He appealed to the politicians to help to bring back the dignity of labour, especially when youths have abandon those things with dignity.
The clergy added that , when God flavours our labour,it becomes favour.
“l don’t only hear the sound of rain, I see the rain coming, the rain of abundance, development, reign of greatness, reign of prosperity. As we give thanks, don’t stop to give thanks, it brings lots of prosperity and makes a lot to happen” Oritsejafor stated.
The clergy said ,Warri had the potential of becoming the Dubai of Africa if stakeholders and government at all levels contribute towards the peace and overall development of the city.
Meanwhile, Omo-Agege described the Olu of Warri as an inspiration to many. In a statement, Omo-Agege lauded the royal father for his role in promoting national unity and enriching the cultural values of Nigeria. He noted that as custodians of traditions, values and customs, traditional leaders have what it takes to galvanize all Nigerians towards peace, stability and progress of the country.
Chief Brown Mene, the Ogwuaolusan of Warri, Rev Wilson Ofoluwafor and Rev E. Gbiaye offered prayers for the Olu of Warri Kingdom, Delta and Nigeria respectively.
Chief Roland Oritsejafor, who gave vote of thanks, expressed appreciation to the guests, well-wishers and the Itsekiris for turning out enmass for the celebration of the anniversary of the monarch.
The Iwere praise choir, royal lwere choir, led the praise worship while scripture readings were taken in both English and Itsekiri language showcasing the ltsekiri rich culture.