Christmas: Jamil Gwamna greets Christians, preaches peace, unity
Gombe renowned politician and philanthropist, Dr Jamil Isyaka Gwamna has felicitated with the people of Gombe state and Nigerians as a whole, particularly Christians as they celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
In a statement on Friday, Jamil Gwamna urged Christians to use the festive season to pray for unity, peace and prosperity of Gombe state and Nigeria.
He however called on the citizens of the state and Nigerians to rededicate themselves to the service of humanity in line with the true teachings of Jesus Christ which emphasises tolerance, patience, brotherly kindness, care for the needy and love for one another, among other virtues.
The statement read, “I congratulate our Christian brothers and sisters on the Christmas celebration. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, I enjoin all to imbibe the spirit of true love and sacrifice for one another.
“The yuletide season presents us an opportunity once more to love, share and forgive. I urge all Nigerians to utilise the period to pray for unity, peace and prosperity in the nation.
“I urge all of us to spread love to our neighbours and remember the underprivileged as we celebrate Christmas. Let us all remember that it is a time to spread the love of Christ with family, friends, neighbours and the underprivileged in the society.
“We should bear in mind that the greatest command Jesus gave to his followers is to love one another. Not only does this have spiritual benefits, it will also make Nigeria a better place because love overcomes all things including hatred, violence and other vices.”



