However, Okonkwo said the bishops raised their greatest concern over what they perceived as the danger of Nigeria sliding into a one-party state. Backing the bishops’ concerns, Okonkwo said Christians could no longer remain passive in the political affairs of the country. He said, “Christians in Nigeria must up their political games. According to him, Jesus Christ was a liberator who confronted corrupt political, commercial and religious leaders during His earthly ministry. He said, “Time has come for Christians to be represented in the presidency through the President or the Vice President.”