Accra, Oct. 4, GNA - Pastor Mensa Otabil, General Overseer of International Central Gospel Church (ICGC) has advised African leaders not to be docile, unproductive, ignorant but set good standards for a new Africa.

He urged them to be proactive and innovative to initiate new ways of setting the pace for Africans to develop and not depend on donor partners for development.

Pastor Otabil gave the advice when delivering the sermon on the theme: “Do You Know What You Are Reading” in Accra.

He noted that Africans had been in bondage for a long period and should now rise above their limitations to compete with the world.

“It is about time we take control over our land and resources to relieve ourselves from foreigners who took control over most of the valuable resources,” Pastor Otabil added.

Pastor Otabil pointed out that God was offering Africans a new beginning and opportunity to overcome their fears, challenges and reclaim what they had lost.

He said Africans must step out from their traditions and use their abilities, talents, skills and resources to innovate and transform the Continent rather than allowing foreigners to take charge of the resources provided by God.

“Africans should uplift themselves from the pain of injustices to fight for the lost identity taken by the world,” he added.

Pastor Otabil urged Africans especially the youth to refrain from using the internet to defraud, cheat and play all kinds of tricks but use it for better productive purposes.