Easter is the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ by Christians worldwide.
Atiku Abubakar, who was the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the just concluded 2023 general election, according to the News Agency of Nigeria, noted in his message that the “commemoration is a time for deep reflection.”Atiku said: “It is also a time for all of us — regardless of faith or ethnicity — to come together to pray for the peace of our nation.
“Given that we are all united as brothers and sisters, and in our trust in the mercies and infinite benevolence of God Almighty, I urge all Nigerians, particularly the youths not to despair in the face of many challenges and tribulations that we are facing as a country,” he said. Mr Kaigama also noted that Nigerians “must hold leaders accountable for their actions, demand transparency in all acts of governance and demand a drastic cut in the cost of governance.”
“I urge, therefore, that we unite in love so that together we can get the job done. I reiterate my resolve to lead an Enugu State of equal access to the promises, opportunities, and blessings that democracy holds for us, irrespective of social status or clan,” he said.Also, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, in his message encouraged Lagosians “to use this occasion to renew our faith and hope for a brighter future.
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