As Christians celebrate Easter today, Governor of Lagos state, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has enjoined them to emulate Christ’s virtues of humility, perseverance and compassion.
In a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Gbenga Akosile, the governor felicitated with Christians in the state on the commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ with a call to the faithful to continue to live in peace and harmony with believers in other faiths in the state.
He pointed out that “good neighbourliness, selflessness and patience were among the several lessons taught and exemplified by Jesus Christ.”
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Sanwo-Olu reminded Lagosians that the events leading to the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ were epochal in the annals of Christianity and humanity and enjoined all to reflect on the best way to positively impact the lives of friends, colleagues, neighbours and family members.
“As Christians, this period offers us an opportunity to rethink our relationships as individuals, as communities and as a nation.
“The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ typified love, affection and tolerance. It also marked the end of evil and beginning of good deeds.’’
Sanwo-Olu said the occasion of the resurrection of Jesus Christ should be an opportunity for all to show more love, kindness and care for one another especially as the world is being ravaged by the Coronavirus pandemic.
