The Senator representing Ebonyi South Senatorial district Distinguished Senator Michael Ama Nnachi, Ph.D, has felicitated with Nigerians particularly Christians on the celebration of Easter festivity.
Senator Nnachi in a statement issued by his Media office in Abakaliki which was made available to Newsmen called on Christians to reflect the significance of the celebration by emulating the selflessness and sacrificial life of Jesus Christ.
He urged Christians to seize the opportunities the celebration afford to imbibe those virtues in which Christ was known for, which include, but not limited to humility, forgiveness, tolerance, good neighbourliness, respect and empathy for others’ feelings as well as love for one another.
He urged Christians to use the period as a time of sober reflection on the life and times of Christ and His selfless sacrifices.
He also called on Nigerians, particularly Ebonyians to use the period to intensify prayers for the peace and security of the State and the country in general.
According to him, Easter is a very important event in the Christendom which marks the triumph of Jesus Christ over sin, adversity and death.
"As we celebrate this year's Easter, let us reflect on the life and times of Christ and His selfless sacrifices.
"Let's also remember that it is a time for meditation and sober reflections by imbibing those virtues of humility, forgiveness, tolerance, good neighbourliness, respect,etc, that Jesus Christ is known for.
"On behalf of my family and the entire good people of Ebonyi South Senatorial district, I heartily rejoice with Nigerians particularly Christians on this auspicious occasion of the celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, our Savior.
"And I pray that the joy associated with the celebration will be your portion. Happy Easter," Senator Nnachi, said.
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