Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong and Chairman of the
Northern State’s Governors Forum has rejoiced with Christians in Plateau State
and across the Nigeria for marking another Easter.
Governor Lalong in a message of felicitation said there is
every reason for Nigerians to appreciate God for his mercies over the nation
throughout the difficult period of lockdowns and other disruptions occasioned
by the corona virus pandemic.
He said the period of Easter calls for deeper reflection on
the grace of God and the strengthening of faith in his love for mankind which
is the essence of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The Governor therefore urged Nigerians to put aside
differences of faith, ethnicity, political and ethnic affiliations in order to
forge a common front in defeating various forms of criminal activities that
continue to pose serious threats to the nation.
He said it is only when Nigerians work together in unity and
support security agencies and relevant government bodies that insecurity can be
overcome to enable the people pursue their lawful businesses in peace.
On Covid-19, Governor Lalong urged the people of Plateau
State to work assiduously towards overcoming the pandemic by availing
themselves to be vaccinated and also observing all laid down protocols.
He said “last year, we marked Easter under a lockdown
because of COVID-19. However, we now have some relief with the availability of
vaccines and more awareness on prevention. We need to redouble our efforts in
making sure that we participate in the vaccination exercise and also sensitise
our people to adjust to living under the new normal”.
While wishing the people of Plateau State and Nigeria a
successful Easter celebration, Governor Lalong called on Christians to continue
to demonstrate the love of God to one another and people of other faiths and
let the light of God manifest in all their activities in order to drive the
desired change in the nation.
Dr. Makut Simon Macham
Director of Press & Public Affairs to the Governor of
Plateau State.
2nd April 2021.
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