Insecurity: Nigeria needs prayers-Moro

The Interior Minister Abba Moro has said that Nigeria needs prayers to overcome her current security challenges. Moro, who said this yesterday in the Easter message signed by his spokesman, George Udoh, therefore urged Christians to pray fervently for the country.

He specifically called for prayers for the release of about 100 students of Government Girls Secondary School, Chibok, Borno State, abducted by suspected Boko Haram members last Monday.

The minister charged all Nigerians, especially the Christian faithful, to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and forgiveness as they celebrate Easter.

He also reminded them of the importance of religious tolerance and peaceful co-existence, saying it is the duty of all Nigerians to ensure peace in every part of the country.

He noted that Jesus’ life and messages were symbolic of the eventful victory of good over evil and truth over falsehood, requesting that the Easter period be used to reflect on the definitive sacrifice Jesus made through his crucifixion.

He asked Nigerians to think of what they could sacrifice for the growth and development of the country, saying both the leaders and the led have a role to play in taking Nigeria to greater heights.

The minister also urged prayers for President Goodluck Jonathan and his administration as well as for the progress and well-being of the country.