Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State says the peaceful conduct of the March 28 Presidential and National Assembly elections and the violence-free post-election period were enough reasons for Nigerians to celebrate at Easter.
The Governor, who disclosed this on Saturday in his Easter message to the people of the state, noted that although there had been fears of violence during and after the elections, “God has decreed peace.”
He enjoined the people of Edo State to use the festival of Easter to strengthen the unity of the country, by showing love, irrespective of religion.
According to Oshiomhole, “I want us to maintain this cordiality; this relationship; this effective collaboration between men and women of different religious faith, working together; living together in peace and helping to advance the course of unity of our state and indeed of our nation. We must build on this in the years ahead.”
The former union leader, who appreciated the electorate in the state for their support during the Presidential election, called on them to continuously pray for their leaders.
His words, “I would never take your support for granted and I ask us in this season of Easter to renew our faith in our country and re-dedicate ourselves to the service of our creator so that we can continue to grow higher.
“I enjoin you to continue to pray for our leaders including President Goodluck Jonathan and incoming President Muhammadu Buhari,” urged Oshiomhole.
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