Group canvass integrity, mentorship for nation building

A cross-section of professionals under The Covenant Nation (TCN) has called for a renewed commitment to integrity, mentorship, and value-driven leadership as essential tools for rebuilding Nigeria’s social and economic structures.

Speaking at a roundtable themed “Regaining the Soul of the Marketplace” held in Abuja, members of the church’s Corporate Executive Connect Group emphasised that the country’s transformation requires men and women of character who will uphold honesty and values in both public and private sectors.

Abimboka Uloko, Chief Executive Officer of SUB Africa, an event management and creative company, said mentorship and integrity remain critical to raising responsible citizens.

“We need to make deliberate efforts in identifying people who walk in integrity and use them as templates for others to emulate. There are still Nigerians focused on their God-given purpose, and their stories should be told to inspire others,” she said.

Oloko added that through SUB Africa, she has mentored over 20 young people in event management and creative projects. “We are intentional about raising young people who will stand for excellence and creativity. Some of them have gone on to pursue master’s degrees after years of training with us,” she noted.

Explaining the vision behind the initiative, Victor Dickson, head, connect group, said the forum emerged from the desire of Pastor Poju Oyemade, Senior Pastor of The Covenant Nation, to take Christian values beyond the church walls into the marketplace.

“Christianity should not only happen within the church. It must influence how we conduct business, govern, and relate in society. The idea is to build a community of professionals across sectors—agriculture, business, creative industries—who will take integrity and excellence to their workplaces,” he stated.

He added that the discussion was not limited to church members alone but open to all professionals who share the vision of nation building. “Our message is simple: good Nigerians will build a good Nigeria. We must bring honesty, values, and humanity to the table if the country must progress.

Dickson reiterated that the essence of the meeting was to produce refined Nigerians who embody integrity and accountability.

“We’re not just waiting for government to fix the nation. Our focus is on raising good Nigerians who will, in turn, build a good Nigeria,” he said.

Moradeke Okunrinboye, of the organizing team, emphasised the need for sustainability and unity within the church and the business community. “The way we have done things in the past cannot continue. We must begin to think long-term and collaborate for the future. The church must also lead by example by fostering partnerships and unity,” she said.

Okunrinboye noted that Christians should not isolate themselves from industries often considered secular but should instead bring light and ethical standards into those spaces. “There shouldn’t be off-limit businesses for Christians. Our role is to show how things should be done rightly, regardless of the industry,” she added.

The meeting also featured discussions on national values, mentorship structures, youth inclusion, and the role of faith-based organisations in shaping responsible citizens ahead of future elections.

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Similarly, David Opeyemi, a member of the TCN Corporate Executives, said the group is strategically curating platforms that mentor the next generation of reformers who will redefine business and governance in Nigeria.

“Beyond Sunday sermons, we are democratizing the mindset of integrity among professionals and young people. By intentionally curating the next generation of leaders who operate by Christian values, we believe change and transformation are possible,” he explained.

Opeyemi stressed that the church is youth-focused, with structures such as Kingdom Connect and Covenant Connect actively engaging young Nigerians. “We are not just building for the youth but building with them. The goal is to raise reformers who can reimagine a better Nigeria and Africa,” he added.