As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to celebrate Easter, the Northern States Governors Forum (NSGF) has urged Christians to imbibe the ideals of perseverance, sacrifice and commitment to the will of God which characterized the Lenten season. Chairman of the forum and Governor of Niger State,Dr Mu’azu Babangida Aliyu on Sunday congratulated Christians and all Nigerians who are alive to witness this year’s Easter, reminding the faithful that “ we are alive today only by God’s grace and favor and not that we are in any way special before the almighty.”
In a statement signed by Governor Aliyu’s Chief Press Secretary, Danladi Ndayebo, the forum called on Nigerians to be mindful of the need to continue to render selfless service to humanity which underscores the essence of Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday.
The forum urged citizens to use the opportunity of the Easter celebrations to pray for the quick resolution of the security challenges confronting the nation.
The statement urged Nigerians to pray for and work towards peace, stability and progress of Nigeria, emphasizing the need for Nigerians to support the actualization of the nation’s transformation agenda.
The forum wished Nigerians memorable Easter celebrations.
