Tinubu, Gombe gov greet Christians at Easter

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice, saying the season of Easter embodies the message of sacrifice, resilience and the triumph of light over darkness. In his Easter message, the President told Christians in Nigeria and around the world that the Easter season reminds us of the crucifixion […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice, saying the season of Easter embodies the message of sacrifice, resilience and the triumph of light over darkness.

In his Easter message, the President told Christians in Nigeria and around the world that the Easter season reminds us of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the redemptive power of salvation for humanity.

He said, “This season also reminds us of the significance of Easter and the message it embodies of sacrifice, resilience and the triumph of light over darkness.

“For us in Nigeria, the essence resonates with our current realities as we navigate a period marked by economic strain and security challenges, even as determined efforts are underway to address them.”

Tinubu noted that despite the efforts of his administration and the gallant efforts of the men and women of the armed forces who leave behind their families to confront the evil actors in our land, challenges to our security have remained.

“However, my administration continues to make resources available and forge foreign partnerships to enable us to deal decisive blows to the agents of terror and banditry,” he said.

He recalled his Jos visit to commiserate with people of Plateau State, share in their grief and offer reassurances of better days to come, disclosing that the leaders of the country’s security institutions have given strong assurances of progress.

“We have also sought and are receiving assistance from outside our shores. I am reassured that the citizens appreciate our efforts. I will continue to remind us of the imperative of unity and oneness. No nation can thrive where fear prevails, and no progress can be sustained without peace.

“To other parts of the country also enduring one form of insecurity or another, be rest assured that concerted efforts are already yielding breakthroughs,” he added.

He, therefore, called upon all citizens to support lawful efforts, “be our brothers’ keeper, and reject all forces that threaten our collective wellbeing.”

On his part, the Gombe State governor, Inuwa Yahaya, also called on Nigerians to embrace the spirit of hope, sacrifice and unity as Christians across the country celebrate Easter.

In his goodwill message through the director-general of Press Affairs, Government House, Isma’ila Uba Misilli, the governor said the season provided an opportunity for reflection and renewed commitment to peace, unity and national development.

Inuwa Yahaya, who also serves as the chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NSGF), described Easter as a period that symbolises the triumph of good over evil and hope over despair, as exemplified by Jesus Christ.

“Easter symbolises love, sacrifice and the triumph of good over evil. I congratulate our Christian brethren on the successful completion of the Lenten fast and the celebration of this important occasion,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ekiti State command, has deployed 1,023 officers and men to places of worship and other strategic locations across the state.

The state commandant, Toma Enya, said the deployment was to maintain water tight security and protection of critical national assets and infrastructure before, during and after Easter celebrations.

He, however, warned that there would be zero tolerance for any person or group of persons capable of causing disharmony or breach of peace, saying they would face the full wrath of the law.