Th Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt Hon Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru wants Christians in the state to take advantage of the Easter Season and extend love to the needy.
Also, the Governor charges Christian faithful to as instructed by Jesus Christ Himself “pursue, follow and stick to peace” even as he prevailed on them to pray for Nigeria’s eternal peace, harmony and social cohesion.
Governor Nwifuru in a message to Christians on the season of Easter said “On this most sacred and solemn occasion of Easter, I send my warmest greetings and heartfelt felicitations to all Christian faithful across Ebonyi State and beyond as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ”.
He maintained that “Easter remains the cornerstone of our Christian faith, a profound reminder of sacrifice, redemption, and the triumph of light over darkness, hope over despair, and life over death”.
Governor Nwifuru therefore observed that “The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day is not only a spiritual victory but a moral compass that calls us all to live in peace, love, humility, and selflessness”.
Acknowledging the fragility of the current economic and social realities and its wider implications across sectors and spheres, he noted “at a time when our society is confronted with diverse challenges, security concerns, economic pressures, and social uncertainties, the message of Easter becomes even more urgent and relevant.
“It is a call for us to rise above division, to reject hatred and violence, and to embrace unity, compassion, and forgiveness as exemplified by Christ”.
To address urgencies of the time, Governor Nwifuru announced “as a government, we have remained resolute and proactive in confronting the plethora of challenges facing our dear state.
“Through deliberate policies and strategic interventions, we have strengthened our security architecture, enhanced community vigilante, and continued to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to safeguard lives and property.
“We have also intensified our efforts in infrastructure development, healthcare delivery, youth empowerment, and agricultural transformation guided by our commitment to the People’s Charter of Needs”.
“However, governance alone cannot build the society of our collective dreams. It requires the active participation of all citizens.
“Therefore, I call on all Christians and indeed all Ebonyians to align with the teachings of Jesus Christ, we must be our brother’s keeper, we must promote peace in our villages, communities wards and local government areas, and we must extend love and charity to the less privileged among us”.
“Through Easter, I pray to God Almighty to rekindle in us the spirit of sacrifice, the courage to do what is right, and the faith to believe in a better tomorrow for Ebonyi State and Nigeria at large.
“I believe strongly that with unity of purpose and God on our side, we shall overcome every challenge and build a future of peace, prosperity, and shared progress”.
