 Good morning. Happy New Year. I am Messi Bocpo. This is the news brief. The presiding bishop of the Redeemed Evangelical Mission, Trim, Dr. Michael Conquor has charged Nigerians not to vote based on ethnicity or religion, but on performance and credibility of candidates. Bishop Conquor, who gave these charges at the crossover service to Osher in the year 2023, says he will rather vote an idol worshiper who has turned around the fortunes of the people. Justin Akadoye tells more in this report. As with tradition, Christian faithful can veg on churches to bid farewell to the previous year, with higher expectations for the near one. The cases not different here are the headquarters of the redeemed Evangelical Mission, Trim. With hearts of praise and dancing, the congregation worships to the sonorous ministration of the choir. After a timeout of believe and miracles enjoyed in the outgun year, it is time for prayers. Bishop Michael Conquor admonishes his followers to see Jesus Christ as their reward, as he will automatically grant all to them. The countdown to the new year begins, and as the cloak chimes the midnight, the atmosphere is charged with good wishes and dancing amid celebration. Eventually, there is a declaration of prophecy for Nigerians. In the wake of the new year, the state of the nation, including the general elections, takes center stage. The light is already showing up from the tunnel. That's where we are. As Bishop Michael Conquor echoes hope for Nigeria in 2023, he advises the electorate not to allow themselves to be exploited. Don't let anyone use you. You have a bright future, so if you decide to become a tug for somebody, you may lose your life. This election to some people, it is a real life issue that you cannot they don't want to take it for granted. The Christians cannot hold back to joy to witness the new year. They're these greeted with high expectations. Like I'm switching jobs, so switching careers, you know, I'm expecting God to do something wonderful in my life for that. You know, I want great health, you know, for myself and my family. For Nigeria, I can't stop praying for Nigeria. You know, we want a good leader, you know. We want people to vote for the right, for the right leaders. This year is a very great year and inside there it was a powerful inspiration and the message was so very nice to move on with the year with. Year 2022 is a wonderful year. Everybody know what we are going through, but we thank God we made it to 2023. Nigerians had to grapple with several challenges in the year 2022. However, they believe that by starting out 2023 with prayers for the nation, the tide will turn. Justin Akador, plus the news leaders. Hello, hope you enjoyed the news. Please do subscribe to our YouTube channel and don't forget to hit the notification button, so you get notified about fresh news updates.