At Easter, Tinubu, Governors, Rejoice with Christians, Call For Unity, Compassion
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President Bola Tinubu and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) led by Kwara State Governor, Alhaji AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, have joined the Christian faithful to commemorate Easter, a significant moment and a glorious celebration of the triumph of life over death, which is being marked tomorrow.
Equally, the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa and the Inspector-General of Police (IG),
Kayode Egbetokun, yesterday, urged the citizens and members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to emulate the virtues and the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus Christ whose death on the cross underscored the importance of sacrifice for the greater good of mankind.
The President, in a statement issued yesterday by his Media Adviser, Ajuri Ngelale, rejoiced with Christians in Nigeria and around the world on this occasion, emphasising love, sacrifice, and compassion as the patent themes of this solemn season.
Tinubu noted that the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for humanity was an emphatic lesson for leaders and all Nigerians to yield to selflessness and compassion, and be steadfast in the pursuit of a united, peaceful, and prosperous nation.
The President commended Nigerians for the sacrifices they have made in the past few months for the nation to be steered to the path of recovery and sustainable growth, assuring them that the seeds of patience which they have sown are beginning to sprout and will in no time bring forth an abundance of good fruits.
As Christians celebrate the victory of life over death as exemplified by the resurrection of Christ, President Tinubu assured all citizens that Nigeria will triumph over its challenges as his administration remains firmly committed to this end.
Also, AbdulRazaq, yesterday, urged Christians in the country to use the celebration of Easter to evoke the time-tested themes of love, sacrifice, compassion, unity, and triumph of good over evil at different times.
A statement issued in Ilorin yesterday, by his spokesman, Mr. Rafiu Ajakaye, sent hearty felicitations to the Christian community in the state and across Nigeria on the Easter celebration.
The governor said Easter evokes the time-tested themes of love, sacrifice, compassion, unity, and triumph of good over evil at different times.
He added, "The sacrifice of Jesus Christ to guide the flock and the enduring legacy he left for humanity call for deeper reflection at this time and always".
He urged citizens to seize the moment to renew their faith in God, unite for national and collective growth, and to help one another to uphold goodness and justice in the world.
The governor wished the Christian community a happy Easter celebration.
Also, Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, in a statement yesterday, celebrated with Christians.
“I urge everyone to, in the spirit of the season, reflect on the significance of this day by imbibing the virtues of sacrifice, love, tolerance and selflessness. There is no better time to show this than now when we are faced with dire economic conditions which have put many in distress.
“As we celebrate this year’s Good Friday, we must remember to be our brothers’ keeper and look out for each other at this difficult time, while remaining resolute in our love for God and our nation,” he added.
The Chairman of Northern States Governors' Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Alhaji Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, extended heartfelt felicitations to Christians in Gombe State and worldwide as they celebrate this year’s Easter festivities.