The Christian Association of Igbo Ministers, known as CAIM, has raised concerns about the growing trend of idol worship among Igbo youths. They believe that this shift from Christian faith to traditional practices could have negative implications for both Christianity and the Igbo community.
Speaking to the press in Umuahia, the international president of CAIM, Solomon Chukwuemeka Okorie, emphasized the importance of guiding the youth towards God to secure the future of Christianity in Igboland. He expressed fear that the percentage of Christians among the Igbo population, which previously stood at 95%, might decline if immediate action is not taken.
Okorie also highlighted the lack of unity among Igbos compared to other regions like the South West and the North, despite their individual strengths. He called for solidarity among Igbos across different states and urged Igbo clergymen to unite in prayer for the betterment of the community.
The group raised concerns about the recent deaths of notable Igbo figures such as Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, Ifeanyi Ubah, and Onyeka Onwenu, stressing the need for prayer to prevent further losses among Igbo leaders.
Regarding the upcoming World Igbo Prayer Summit scheduled from August 14 to 16 at the International Conference Centre in Umuahia, Okorie stated that it aims to seek divine intervention for the survival of the Igbo people amidst the current challenges, including insecurity in the South East.
“The incidents of violence and insecurity in the South East do not align with our heritage, and during the World Igbo Prayer Summit, we will intercede for peace and harmony to be restored,” he affirmed.