Easter: Sanwo-Olu rejoices with Christians, preaches love among Nigerians

By Adeola Ogunrinde

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has rejoiced with Nigerians, particularly Christian faithful in the state, as they celebrate this year’s Easter, which marks the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In an Easter message issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu urged Lagos residents, particularly Christians, to emulate the virtues of humility, perseverance, and compassion demonstrated by Jesus Christ, which led Him to die on the cross for the atonement of our sins and to reconcile us with God.

He also implored Christians to continue living in peace, love, and harmony with believers of other faiths, noting that good neighbourliness, selflessness, patience, and love were among the many lessons taught and exemplified by our Lord Jesus Christ.

He said: “Today, I wish all Lagosians and Christians across the country and other parts of the world a Happy Easter as we remember the sacrifice and love of Jesus towards mankind.

“As we commemorate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, I want Lagosians and Nigerians in general to make the unity and togetherness of our country the central goal of our national life.

“Let us all emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ by positively impacting the lives of friends, colleagues, associates, neighbours, and family members, as well as contributing to the growth and development of our dear Lagos State and Nigeria.”