Easter: Emulate the forgiving spirit of Jesus Christ, Atiku tells Nigerians

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(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Atiku Abubakar has enjoined Nigerians to emulate the forgiving spirit of Jesus Christ.
The former vice-president in his Easter message to Nigerians stated that Nigerians should continue to pray for the peace of the country amidst the problem of insecurity in the country.
Atiku stated that Nigeria would overcome its challenges if citizens emulate Jesus Christ by having a heart of forgiveness.
He pointed out that the period of Easter is a time of sacrifice and he urged Nigerians to unite against the challenges facing the country like many countries did against COVID-19.
Atiku said, “The essence of Easter celebration is not merely for us to merry.
“This occasion of Easter celebration, I urge all Nigerians to take time to pray first of all for peace to return to the country and also for unity.
“Nigeria is at the precipice of insecurity, poverty and, most unfortunately, disunity.
“These are challenges, not impediments. The way to surmount these challenges is to learn from the world when super power countries who are rivals suspended politics to face a common threat in COVID-19.
“I believe that when we approach our challenges with a heart of forgiveness and love, humanity will always triumph. This is the lesson that Jesus (Nabil Yisa) taught us.”