Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello felicitates with christains on Easter, emphasises tolerance
Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello on Friday emphasized tolerance, sacrifice and diversity in his Easter messages to mark the Christian feast.
The Governor extended his felicitations to all Christian citizens and the whole Christian community on the occasion of Easter.
In his words “I congratulate Christians on the successful completion of the Lent and Easter celebration.
“This period reminds everyone of the sacrifice, selflessness, tolerance and commitment of Jesus Christ.
“I call on Nigerians, especially Kogites, to reflect on the lessons of Easter and the teachings of Jesus Christ. We place the utmost importance on the freedom in which all human beings can follow their own religion, culture, and traditions freely, regardless of their religious, cultural, or ethnic background as our civilization sees diversity as our treasure.”
He pointed out that Religious holidays were exceptional days in which the bonds of fellowship and solidarity were strengthened and the unity and sense of solidarity are reinforced.
The Governor urged all Christians in Kogi and around the world to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and peaceful coexistence which defined the life of Jesus Christ.
The New Direction Administration was ready to consolidate on the numerous gains achieved in the last three years and ensure that the government improved the lot of the communities in the years ahead”, he said.
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