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The Kogi State Commissioner for Finance, Budget and Economic Planning, Asiwaju Asiru Idris has felicitated with Nigerians, particularly Christians in Kogi State as they celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.
In a statement, Asiwaju Idris also urged Christians to use the festive occasion to pray for unity, peace and prosperity of Kogi State.
The Commissioner congràtulated Gov. Yahaya Bello for the peace and tranquility in the State, called on the people to intensify in prayers for the present administration.
He called on Nigerians to rededicate themselves to the service of humanity in line with the true teachings of Jesus Christ which emphasises tolerance, patience, brotherly kindness, care for the needy and love for one another, among other virtues.
“The yuletide season presents us an opportunity once more to love, share and forgive. I urge all Nigerians particularly Kogites to utilise the period to pray for unity, peace and prosperity in the nation.
“We must also rededicate ourselves to the true virtues of faith in God, love for one another, honesty and peaceful co-existence. It is time to make these virtues more evident and practical in our daily lives,” Asiwaju Idris said.
The Commissioner prayed for God to grant the people many opportunities to witness many more years of celebration, in good health and prosperity.
