Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, on Sunday harped the need for prayers and peaceful co-existence among the people to ensure progress and development of the state and the Nation.
Abdulrazaq who made the call in his message delivered to the Congregation through his Senior Special Assistant on Religion matters (Christian Affairs), Reverend Timothy Akangbe before the commencement of the Palm Sunday procession at Saint Barnabas Cathedral, Sabo-Oke, Ilorin.
Christians all over the World trooped out in large number to observe Palm Sunday to mark the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem over two thousand years ago.
In Ilorin, Kwara State Capital, Christians converge on Saint Barnabas Cathedral, Sabo-Oke, Ilorin around 8am for prayers and the procession which lasted over five hours.
The procession which kicked off from Saint Barnabas cathedral passed through Maraba, Amilegbe, Ipata, Opo-Malu, part of Emir`s road, Taiwo Isale, Unity road Post Office and terminate at the starting point for benediction.
Another batch of Christians took off at First Baptist Church, Surulere through the State General Hospital, Upper Taiwo road and link up with other Christians at Taiwo road for onward movement to Saint Barnabas Cathedral, Sabo-Oke.
Addressing the Congregation, the Vice Chairman of Kwara State Christian Association of Nigeria, Pastor Ademola Popoola, emphasised the importance of Palm Sunday which he stated signify humility, care and love for one another.
Popoola explained that Nigerians should always thinks of the Nation and work for its progress.
He noted that the people should always pray for the leaders emphasising that think would be better for the Nation
The governor in his message Charged the people to embrace peace, love and understanding.
He said that government would not relent in meeting the need of the people.
He admonished the people to continue to support and pray for the government stressing that it would not discriminate or encourage bias in whatever form.
AbdulRazaq noted that Palm Sunday is part of Christian journey and triumphal entry of Jesus Christ to Jerusalem calling on Christians to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ.
On his part, Acting Baba Aladura, C & S World wide, Prophet Peter Adeleke admonished Nigerians to be humble and care for others.
Adeleke noted that God owns the people urging them to be willing to surrender to His authority.
Also, Bishop of Methodist Church, Kwara Diocese, Right Reverend Joseph Oshifuwa stressed the need for peace, justice, equity and unity among the people.
Bishop Oshifuwa noted that the marking of Palm Sunday signify victory and love for all.
