By our reporter| President Muhammadu Buhari has reiterated his position that Nigerians are better and stronger as one nation, and has, therefore, called on citizens not to allow mischief-makers divide the country.
Buhari who gave an assurance that the security challenges facing the country would soon become things of the past, also commended security agents who, he said, continued to confront evil-minded individuals through the darkest of nights to keep others safe.
The President’s position was contained in his Easter message titled “President Buhari felicitates with Christians at Easter” and made available via a statement by presidential spokesman Femi Adesina.
“We should not allow the antics of a few mischief mongers to fragment the unity and faith that the vast majority of citizens of this country cherish and believe in, Buhari was qouted to have said.
“As I have said before, we are better and stronger as one nation under God.
“I congratulate our brothers and sisters once again on this occasion and wish everyone a Happy Easter celebration.”
“I am convinced that the new resolve within the security personnel to make sure that insecurity in the country becomes part of our history will come to pass,” he reportedly said.
According to the President, a year ago, “in most of our major cities, our celebrations were somewhat subdued, as we battled the effect of the deadly Coronavirus pandemic.
“The restrictions meant that our brethren could not attend traditional church services as they would have wished. I salute their resilience and understanding.
“Today, we are able to congregate and worship together, cautiously.”
“I thank Nigerians who have religiously adhered to various interventions to curb the spread of COVID-19, including regular hand washing; safe distancing, wearing of face masks, and embrace of vaccination.
“We are united in our belief that if we do the right things, take the right decisions and act responsibly, the pandemic, like others before it, will no longer be a threat.”
President Buhari further stated that the Easter period was an opportunity to renew hope and faith, show love and appreciation to one another, and not to despair, no matter the challenges of the period.
“As a government, we will continue to ensure that the weak, the poor, and the underprivileged in our midst are not abandoned.
“We have reached out with palliative care even in the midst of dwindling resources; we have tried our best to provide support to families and businesses affected at this time.
“That is the spirit of Easter. The spirit of faith. The spirit of belief. The spirit of hope,” Buhari concluded.
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