El-Rufai salutes Christians at Lent

Governor of Kaduna State Nasir El-Rufai has saluted Christians as the holy season of Lent begins. In a statement yesterday, the governor wished Christians a peaceful celebration of Lent, and appealed that prayers be said for peace in Kaduna State and Nigeria. He said, “On behalf of the good people of Kaduna State, I salute […]

Governor of Kaduna State Nasir El-Rufai has saluted Christians as the holy season of Lent begins.

In a statement yesterday, the governor wished Christians a peaceful celebration of Lent, and appealed that prayers be said for peace in Kaduna State and Nigeria.

He said, “On behalf of the good people of Kaduna State, I salute our Christian community as the holy season of Lent begins today, this Ash Wednesday. I wish all the Christians in this State a peaceful and fruitful spiritual exercise in preparation for the grand celebration of Easter and its lesson of sacrifice, hope, and renewal.

“As Christians fast during Lent, I am aware that there is also a focus on reading the Bible, saying regular prayers and doing works of charity. It is my request that you pray earnestly for Kaduna State to continue to enjoy the peace and peaceful coexistence among its citizens, and also support the poor as all the great religions teach,” he said.