Korede Abdullah in Lagos
The Bishop of Abuja Archdiocese, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, has raised concerns over Nigeria’s deepening brain drain, citing the exodus of over 16,000 doctors and thousands of skilled professionals.
Speaking on the 59th World Communications Day, he called on media professionals to spotlight the consequences of this trend.
“An estimated 16,000 doctors have left Nigeria in the past seven years… Does it not worry our government when those trained to build our nation flee due to poor working conditions, insecurity, and lack of basic professional tools?”
Archbishop Kaigama emphasized the importance of “communicating truth with love” in the digital age, urging media practitioners to be peacemakers.
“Let your words heal, not wound. Let your messages bring hope, not fear.” He highlighted the dangers of fake news, social media toxicity, and divisive narratives, stressing that social media must become a tool for edification, not destruction.
The Archbishop called on Christians to become ambassadors of unity, noting that a divided Church cannot heal a divided nation.
“Be one in worship. Be one in mission. Be one in love… A united Church is a testimony to a fractured world.” He emphasized the need for national healing, accountability, and genuine love among Nigerians.
