HOLIDAYS: Governors, senators, others preach peace, unity

Nasarawa  Governor  Sule enjoined Christians to imbibe the virtues and teachings of Jesus Christ by showing love to one another at all times, as enshrined in the Bible.

He added that it was important for them to use the season for “sober reflection and reaffirmation of moral rectitude as exemplified by Christ.’’

Sule said: “My dear brethren, you are aware that the birth of Jesus Christ symbolises love, peace, humility and, indeed, dignity for humankind.  It is for this reason that Jesus Christ epitomises self-sacrifice, good neighbourliness, charity and reconciliation among the human race.

“This festive season, therefore, calls for sober reflection and reaffirmation of moral rectitude as exemplified by Jesus Christ.

“I, therefore, use the opportunity of this Christmas celebration to call on all Christians in the State and in diaspora to imbibe the virtues and teachings of Jesus Christ by showing love and affection, sharing of alms with one another at all times as enshrined in the Holy Book.

“I should remind all Christians of the significance of this sacred period to continue to pray for the sustainable peace, health wellbeing and prosperity of our State and the nation at large. 

“It is pertinent to note that this period symbolises immense blessings and sacrifice.  I, therefore, call on you all to take advantage of this period to pray for peace, security and harmonious co-existence of the people of our dear State and the country at large.’’

 The governor also called on residents of the state to exhibit brotherliness in all their conduct.

‘’We must continue to be our brother’s keepers in our collective commitment to the development of our dear State in line with the dreams of our founding fathers, ’’ he advised.

 In his message, Governor  Bago called on Christians in Niger State to renew their trust in God and be more positive about Nigeria, themselves and the state.

Pointing  out  that  Christmas  calls for deeper reflection on love, humility and  goodwill, the governor enjoined them  to use the period to strengthen their faith in God and continue to pray for the peace and prosperity of the state and Nigeria 

He also urged all residents of the state to be security-conscious and to provide intelligence on any suspicious individuals or activities to security agencies.