Ibadan – A former deputy Governor and next Oyo State Governor hopeful, Barr Hazeem Gbolarumi, has congratulated Nigerian Christians as they celebrate Easter asking them to love one another and be disciples and followers of Jesus Christ, just as He (Jesus) did.
In a statement signed and released through his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Olaniyi Stephen, Gbolarumi cited the grace of an awesome God, who loves us so deeply that He gave us his only Son so that we might live through Him.
”I send greetings to everyone observing Easter this year. During this joyful season of new life and renewal, Christians around the world celebrate the central event of their faith — the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, whom Christians believe is the Messiah, the Son of God.”
”The life and teachings of Jesus have inspired people throughout the ages to strive for a better world and more meaningful life. Jesus’ death stands out in history as the perfect example of unconditional love” he said.
”The four Gospels of the Christian Bible recount Jesus’ amazing life, his miraculous death, resurrection, and ascension, and his unending offer of salvation to all. The story of Jesus’ wondrous resurrection comes alive again for Christians each year at Easter” he said further.
“Whether we’re Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, Hindu, or Buddhist; whether faith in God shapes our daily lives completely or not at all, we believe that with common effort, and shared sacrifice, a brighter future is just around the bend,” He said.
”And we embrace our obligation to do something meaningful, something lasting, with the precious time we’ve been allotted on this Earth.”
”For me, and for countless other Christians, Easter is a time for reflection and renewal. We recall all that Jesus endured for us – the scorn of the crowds, the agony of the cross – all so that we might be forgiven our sins and granted everlasting life. And we recommit ourselves to following His example, to love and serve one another, particularly “the least of these” among us, just as He loves every one of us.”
Gbolarumi also encouraged all the people in Oyo State to “pause and give thanks for the chance to live in a state where everyone has the right to worship and pray and love as they choose.”
“So to all Christians who are celebrating, from my family to yours, Happy Easter. Thanks, God bless you, and may God bless this country we love”, Gbolarumi concluded.
