Nigeria, April 5 -- A Nigerian gospel singer, John Kola-Idowu, has urged Nigerians to adopt the lyrics of the Yoruba version of Songs of Psalms as prayer points to end kidnapping, banditry, terrorism and other insecurity challenges in the country.

Mr Kola-Idowu also recommended the local version of the Songs of Psalms as a prayer point to guide the Nigerian government on the right path and resolve the country's economic challenges.

The gospel singer made the recommendations in a statement issued on Thursday to announce the dedication of his song to the global Christian community.

The evangelist announced plans to hold a concert in Nigeria to launch the Yoruba version of Songs of Psalm instead of the initial plan to host it in the Unite...