Cleric blames economic woes on high demands for foreign goods

High demands for foreign goods at the detriment of the locally produced products have been identified as one of the factors mitigating against the Socioeconomic growth of the nation.

This was the position of an Ibadan based cleric and the visioner of the Africa Jerusalem Ministry, Prophet Gideon Owoseeni at the unveiling of the spiritual Pool of Bethesda at the Church premises at the weekend.

Prophet Owoseeni submitted that the nation’s attitude towards indigenously made products have discouraged local investors with resultant effect on the growing rate of unemployment in the Country.

He added that the leading economic nations of the world are the promoters of the locally made products with reference to China.

The Cleric who made it known that he got the vision of the “Pool of Bethesda” from the Lord said he has been instructed to replicate the same in Nigeria.

According to him, “I have been to Israel on pilgrimage on many occasions. It was during one of the visits that God instructed me to replicate his experience in Nigeria.

“The Pool of Bethesda is not the only project that we have. There are other spiritual sites. People all over the world have been coming here for spiritual assistance and God has been so faithful.

“However, it is sad to note that many people prefer to travel to Israel in search of what is available in their own Country.

“This thing is applicable to other locally produced products in the Country. That is why the issue of the capital flight will continue to be at the fore front in the economic discourse.

The Cleric, thereby, stresses the need for a reset of mindset in order to boost our economy.

Earlier in his goodwill message, a member of the National Assembly, representing Oyo South Senatorial district, Sharafadeen Alli had described the commissioning of the Pool of Bethesda as not just a physical accomplishment, but a divine representation of healing, hope, and faith.

According to him, “The Pool of Bethesda, as we know, is a symbol of miraculous healing and divine intervention, and replicating this in our land speaks to the unwavering faith and vision of this Ministry.

I commend the Founder, Spiritual Head, and all members of the African Jerusalem Christian Ministry for their commitment to uplifting lives, both spiritually and physically.

“This remarkable project will undoubtedly serve as a place of solace, inspiration, and transformation for many who will come here in search of divine healing and guidance.

“I encourage all of us to reflect on the deeper meaning of this sacred pool. It is not just water, but a symbol of our faith and the grace of God that flows freely to all who seek it.

“May this pool serve as a beacon of hope, touching lives and renewing the faith of countless people in our community and beyond”

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