Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya, has urged Christians across the state to draw lessons of peace and love on the joyous occasion of this year’s Christmas.
In a good will message to mark the festive season, Yahaya urged the Christian faithfuls and indeed the citizenry in the state to embrace and embody the timeless lessons of Christmas rooted in love, peace, reconciliation, and thoughtful introspection.
He appealed to the people of Gombe State to continue to foster unity, tranquility, and cooperation among themselves.
“As we celebrate this festive season, let us embrace the spirit of unity, love, compassion and togetherness, and extend goodwill to one another as exemplified by Jesus Christ,” Yahaya said.
According to a press statement signed by Director-General Press Affairs Ismaila Misilli, the governor harped on the importance of using this festive period to offer special prayers for the nation’s prosperity and well-being, particularly in these difficult times when Nigerians face challenging social and economic conditions.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to building upon the modest achievements in various sectors, and to steer the state.
“Amidst these challenges, I enjoin all citizens, both in Gombe State and across Nigeria, not to succumb to despair but to hold onto hope and optimism, and align ourselves with the vision encapsulated in the Renewed Hope Agenda set forth by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR- an agenda that, I am confident, will construct a resilient and prosperous nation for all,” the statement partly read.
