By Jane Okafor, Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended Easter greetings to Christians across Nigeria and the rest of the world as they entered the Holy Week today, Friday, to mark the suffering, sacrifice, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
In President Tinubu’s Easter message to the nation which he personally signed, he urged Christians to reflect on the enduring significance of Easter and urged them to uphold the values of sacrifice, compassion, and kindness, redemption, love and hope which he noted are vital for building a peaceful, loving, and united country .
Tinubu revealed that he draws inspiration always from this timeless message of hope and renewal embedded in Easter, adding that he remains steadfast in his commitment to delivering the promise of a Renewed Hope, a better, more just, and prosperous Nigeria for all.
The President also urges Nigerians to remain hopeful, united, and resolute in pursuing national progress.
According to him, the task is enormous, but in togetherness, with faith and determination, every obstacle will be surmounted.
He described the nation’s unity and resilience as the citizens’ greatest strengths
He stated, “I heartily felicitate Christians in Nigeria and worldwide as they commemorate Easter, the celebration of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection—the cornerstone of the Christian faith.
“The Holy Week, which spans Palm Sunday through Holy Thursday and Good Friday and culminates in Easter Sunday, calls us to reflect deeply on the enduring values of sacrifice, redemption, love, and hope.
“As President of our blessed nation, I draw inspiration from this timeless message of hope and renewal. I remain steadfast in my commitment to delivering the promise of a Renewed Hope, a better, more just, and prosperous Nigeria for all.
“The recent tragic incidents and the loss of lives in some parts of our country deeply saddened me. I understand the pain and fear these incidents have caused. Let me assure you that my administration’s resolve to restore peace and security remains unshakable. Forces of evil will never prevail over our country. I have given clear directives to the Armed Forces and all relevant security agencies to end insecurity decisively and without delay. With the unwavering courage and commitment of our gallant men and women in uniform, we are turning the tide and making steady progress in reclaiming peace and stability.
“We are also grateful to all Nigerians for your patience and resilience as our economy begins to show encouraging signs of recovery. We understand the economic challenges many of you are facing, and we are working tirelessly to restore investor confidence, stabilise key sectors, and build an inclusive economy that serves the interests of all Nigerians.
“During this Easter, we join the global Christian community in thanking God for Pope Francis’s recovery. We pray that his renewed strength continues to inspire his leadership and service to humanity.
“I earnestly pray that Easter’s spirit fills every heart and home with renewed faith in the immense possibilities ahead of us as a nation. Just as Christ triumphed over death, so too shall our country triumph over every challenge we face. The present moment may be cloudy, but it will usher in a glorious day.
“I urge all Nigerians to remain hopeful, united, and resolute in pursuing national progress. The task before us is enormous, but together, with faith and determination, there is no obstacle we cannot overcome. Our unity and resilience are our greatest strengths.
“May the risen Christ bless our homes with peace and our nation with continued unity and prosperity.
“Happy Easter to all my fellow Nigerians.”
