Easter: Yahaya Bello felicitates Christian, assures of hope for nation

Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi has greeted Christian faithful on the occasion of Easter celebration as he urged Nigerians to emulate Christ’s sacrificial life.

The felicitation is contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Onogwu Muhammed, on Friday in Abuja.

Bello, who also congratulated the Christian faithful on the successful completion of the Lenten season, urged them to use the season to pray for the peace of the country and wisdom for leaders.

The governor stated that, “just as the death, burial and resurrection of Christ signify hope for mankind, there must be a rekindling of hope for our nation in this season of great challenges.

He assured Christian faithful of government commitment to a joyous celebration free of all hitches.

He added that security operatives and other collaborating agencies are working round-the-clock to checkmate crime and secure the lives and properties of the residents.