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GREET CHRISTIANS ON EASTER CELEBRATION
The Osun State Coordinator of the Union of
Democratic Forces,Mr. Wole Adedoyin has called on Osun State citizens and Nigerians to imbibe the
spirit of tolerance, peaceful co-existence and sacrifice for one another,
stating that development and growth can only occur in the state and the nation
when all tribes and tongue unite and speak with one voice especially during
this period when Coronavirus pandemic is killing thousands of people across the
globe.
Mr. Adedoyin who is also the Chairman of the Hope
Democratic Party in the state, in his Easter message, said such fundamental
values would go a long way in promoting and strengthening the foundation of
love, peace and harmony in the country, adding that the season should serve as
a reminder to the selflessness, love, sacrifice and tolerance of Jesus Christ
throughout His earthly sojourn, his death and his resurrection.
While congratulating Christians
for the successful completion of the Lenten season, a period of 40 days of
fasting and prayer which culminated in the Easter celebration, Mr. Adedoyin
said the Easter period offers Christians and the entire people of Osun State
another opportunity for sober reflection, while celebrating with one another
the joy of the season.
Adedoyin advised the people of
the state to celebrate with moderation, adhere strictly to the rules of the
state government, stay at home and enjoy the blessings of Easter with their
families.
UDF finally noted that the period
is not for eating and drinking alone but to reflect on the past and hope for a
better future for themselves and the state.
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