Akakan Umoh
President Bola Tinubu has affirmed that enduring progress is often forged in moments of challenges, declaring that no nation can thrive where fear prevails.
This is just as Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, assured that Nigeria would overcome insecurity.
President Tinubu in his Easter message to Nigerians stated that true transformation cannot be achieved without sacrifice, stressing that history affirms that enduring progress is often forged in moments of challenges.
To Christians in Nigeria and around the world, Tinubu said the Easter season reminds the people of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the redemptive power of salvation for humanity.
According to him, “this season also reminds us of the significance of Easter and the message it embodies- of sacrifice, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness. For us in Nigeria, the essence resonates with our current realities as we navigate a period marked by economic strain and security challenges, even as determined efforts are underway to address them.
Despite the good efforts of the administration and the gallant efforts of our men and women of the Armed Forces who leave behind their families to confront the evil actors in our land, challenges to our security have remained.
“However, my administration continues to make resources available and forge foreign partnerships to enable us to deal decisive blows to the agents of terror and banditry.
Nigeria will overcome insecurity- Akpabio
However, the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has urged Nigerians to live in peace, show tolerance, an respect one another, regardless of their religion or ethnic background.
Akpabio delivered this message in his Easter greeting, shared through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh.
He also encouraged Christians to reflect on love and peaceful living during the Easter celebration.
The Senate President said: “On behalf of my family, my constituents, the Senate, and the National Assembly, I extend my warmest Easter greetings to all Christians in Nigeria and around the world.”
Akpabio added: “As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, let us reflect on the values of love, peace, and unity that his message embodies.”
He further called on Nigerians to work together for a better country, saying: “Let us work together to build a nation where everyone can live together in peace, harmony and prosperity.”
Speaking on the country’s current challenges, particularly insecurity, Akpabio asked citizens to remain understanding and committed to national unity and security.
The No. 3 Citizen assured Nigerians that the situation will improve, saying: “I want to assure Nigerians that we will overcome these difficulties through collective efforts, understanding and prayers.”
The Senate President noted that “the Armed Forces and all security agencies have been working relentlessly to tame the tide.”
He also expressed sympathy to victims of violence across the country, particularly recent attacks in Jos.
He said: “I sympathise with families affected by the mindless attacks by terrorists and bandits across the country, especially the recent killings in Jos. I pray that the Almighty God will have mercy on those who lost their lives; and console the bereaved families.”
He prayed for Nigeria to overcome the insecurity that continues to afflict some parts of the country.
