Buhari felicitates with Nigerians at Christmas
says Nigeria’s Unity God ordained
President Muhammadu Buhari has given recipe for peace in Nigeria, saying peace can only come through tolerance and appreciation one another, as well as respect for constituted authority.
The President in a Christmas Message to Nigerians personally signed by him, also charged Nigerians on the need to renew hope in the God-ordained unity, progress and prosperity of Nigeria.
The President said he “rejoice with all Nigerians, particularly our Christian brothers and sisters, on this year’s celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ”
He also urged Nigerians to “reflect on the love of God aptly espoused in the teaching and life style of Jesus Christ as they celebrate this year’s Christmas, adding ” I believe that it is very appropriate for us”
“We can have peace in Nigeria if we all learn to tolerate and appreciate one another, respect constituted authority; and be our brothers’ keepers in word and deed.”
“Let us therefore, renew our hope in the God-ordained unity, progress and prosperity of our great nation”
“During his earthly sojourn, Jesus Christ repeatedly reminded his disciples and followers of peace that comes in the midst of trials and tribulations on earth.”
The President also noted that there is no better time than now in the history of the nation for Nigerians to pray for divine guidance to get over the current challenges.
” During this period, we should remember to offer special prayers to God for all our heroic citizens who paid the supreme price to restore peace and security in the North East and other flash points in the country”
“Let us also remember in our prayers the security forces in the frontline in the continuing battle to rid our nation of terrorism and violence.”
He also urged Nigerians not to forget the Internally Displaced Persons, IDPs, who have suffered untold hardships as a result of the activities of insurgents.
“We must not forget the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in our midst and those who have suffered untold hardship as a result of activities of insurgents and terrorists”
“Our immediate priority is to alleviate the poverty of Nigerians by quickly stimulating the economy. I assure Nigerians that our government is doing its best to make life easier for all”
The President wished “all travellers safe movements and a memorable holiday as we celebrate with our family and friends.
