Emulate Christ, pray for leaders-Oba of Benin

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has called on Christians irrespective of the denomination to use the period of Easter to reflect on the teachings of Jesus Christ. In his message to Christians on the occasion of Easter celebration, the monarch advised them to endeavour to emulate Christ in their daily living. He further […]

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has called on Christians irrespective of the denomination to use the period of Easter to reflect on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

In his message to Christians on the occasion of Easter celebration, the monarch advised them to endeavour to emulate Christ in their daily living.

He further urged them to continually pray for the nation’s leaders and for the unity, peace, progress and development of Nigeria.

The Oba also advised Christian leaders to do exactly what they preach in order not to mislead their congregations.

While wishing the Christians a happy celebration, he urged them to extend hands of fellowship to the needy and less-privileged members of society.