Easter Celebration: Mukadam Asiwaju Asiru Idris,FCA preaches Love, Unity, says it's time for Renewed Hope
The Honourable Commissioner of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Mukadam Asiwaju Asiru Idris,FCA has urged Christians in the Kogi west and the state at large to reflect on the reason for the season by showing love, forgiveness and compassion to one another.
The Honourable Commissioner, who described the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as a symbol of sacrifice and renewed hope for the believers, admonished the people to reinforce their trust and hope for greater Kogi State.
Asiwaju, in his Easter message to the christain faithfuls, despite the various challenges facing the country, the hope and trust of the people are the seeds needed to surmount these obstacles and birth a greater Nigeria we can all be proud of.
“The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ represents Christ’s victory over death. It also brings to fore the lessons of love, sacrifice, and a renewed hope for mankind. We must imbibe the teachings this season represents.
“As a people desirous of positive change, we must strive not to lose hope. Rather, we must invest our trust in God and work hard to emplace good governance at all levels of government.
“As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, let us show love to our neighbours and remember the less privileged. Just as Jesus sacrificed his life for our salvation, we must reflect the values of peace,unity, and sacrifice as we celebrate with one another.” the Commissioner said.
Mukadam Asiwaju assured kogites that under the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo the security of lives and property before, during and after the Easter celebration is sacrosanct and a first line charge, adding that the security agencies in the state are working in synergy to ensure that the people have a peaceful Easter celebration.