The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), through its Ekiti Diocese, has called for a level playing field for all political parties ahead of future elections in Nigeria.

The position was made known during the Third Session of the 20th Synod held in Ado Ekiti, where church leaders also marked the 60th anniversary of the diocese under the leadership of Andrew Ajayi.

In a communique issued by the drafting committee, the Synod stressed the importance of credible, transparent, and fair elections, urging electoral and security institutions to uphold justice and neutrality during the electoral process.

It specifically called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that all lawful votes are counted and that the electoral process remains free of manipulation.

The Synod also urged anti-corruption agencies to take a firm stand against vote-buying and electoral malpractice, warning that such practices weaken democracy.

Beyond elections, the church expressed concern over Nigeria’s economic challenges and called for proper reinvestment of funds saved from fuel subsidy removal to reduce hardship and improve public welfare.

It further advocated for job creation, youth empowerment, and mass industrialisation, stressing that reducing unemployment would improve both national security and economic stability.

The Synod also called on the Federal Government to intensify efforts in tackling insecurity, particularly banditry and kidnapping, while supporting international collaboration in strengthening Nigeria’s security capacity.

It encouraged greater participation of Christian youths in politics, urging them to uphold integrity and serve as positive examples in public life.

As Ekiti State prepares for its upcoming governorship election, the Synod called for peace before, during, and after the polls, urging citizens to participate responsibly in the democratic process.

Overall, the church reaffirmed its commitment to a Nigeria where justice, fairness, accountability, and opportunity guide both governance and civic life.