ODAHIEKWU OGUNDE, Yenagoa
Governor of the State, Senator Douye Diri, has said the season of Easter affords yet another opportunity for Christians all over the world to reflect on the purpose of the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.
He said the resurrection and defeat of death had rekindled hope for everyone that believed in Him.
In a statement on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Daniel Alabrah, the governor said as Nigerians reflected on the essence of the significant season, he urged all Christians, and, indeed, the people of Bayelsa State to rededicate themselves to the lessons of Jesus’ resurrection.
He admonished that Christians action should manifest in love towards fellow man, peaceful co-habitation and ensuring the unity of Nigerians as a people is preserved.
Diri said, “Our country is going through challenging times at the moment. Easter is therefore a time not to despair but a season to renew hope of a better future for Nigeria and Bayelsa in particular.
“This is the faith of our prosperity administration. We are therefore focused on our developmental agenda for our state.
“In times of great distress as now, what is required is an unyielding faith and the stoic courage to confront and surmount challenges.
“With our faith anchored on Christ, we remain resolute in our pursuit to change the developmental narrative of our state.
“I wish Bayelsans and all men of goodwill a Happy Easter!”