Nigeria: The Nation Better Off With Churches And Mosques - Bishop Praise

interview

Abuja — Bishop John Praise is the founder of the Dominion Chapel Ministries International. He is also the former Vice President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN). Known for his urbane approach as much as he is feared for speaking his mind no matter the situation, Correspondent, Kemi Yesufu met him for an interview. He talked about the state of insecurity in the country, why the church is not perceived as fighting moral decadence and why pastors shouldn't be castigated for living comfortably. Excerpts:

It is the duty of government to build roads. But you have chosen to do its job by constructing the road to your church. Why is this so?

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