Buhari@Easter: Don’t allow mischief makers divide us

President Muhammadu Buhari yesterday urged all Nigerians not to allow “the antics of a few mischief mongers to fragment the unity and faith that the vast majority of citizens of this country cherish and believe in.”

He made the call in a message to rejoice with Christians on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebration.

He also renewed his belief that Nigeria is better and stronger as one nation

“under God”.

He lauded the law enforcement and military personnel for continuing to confront “evil-minded individuals through the darkest of nights to keep us safe.”

“I’m convinced that the new resolve within the security personnel to make sure that insecurity in the country becomes part of our history will come to pass.”

Buhari recalled that last year “in most of our major cities, our celebrations were somewhat subdued, as we battled the effect of the deadly Coronavirus pandemic.

“The restrictions meant that our brethren could not attend traditional church services as they’d have wished. I salute their resilience and understanding.

“Today, we’re able to congregate and worship together, cautiously.”

He appreciated the sacrifices of doctors, nurses and other frontline health workers, “who’ve made the difference in saving lives and ensuring the reduction of the spread of the virus.

“We’re united in our belief that if we do the right things, take the right decisions and act responsibly, the pandemic, like others before it, will no longer be a threat.”

Buhari said Easter “is an opportunity to renew hope and faith, show love and appreciation to one another and not to despair, no matter the challenges of the period.

“As a government, we’ll continue to ensure that the weak, the poor and the underprivileged in our midst are not abandoned.”