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Cleric Lawrence Achudume Criticizes Nigeria Political Culture and Glorification of Ill-Gotten Wealth
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Cleric Lawrence Achudume Criticizes Nigeria Political Culture and Glorification of Ill-Gotten Wealth

Apostle Lawrence Achudume of Victory Life Bible Church International stated that celebrating wealth acquired through questionable political means discourages creative entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

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