By joshua 
Easter: Kogi Water Resources Commissioner Calls for Unity, Love.
As Christians around the world celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Kogi State Commissioner For Water Resources Engr Yahaya MD Farouk has extended warm Easter greetings to Christians in the state, particularly those residents in Lokoja LGA, urging them to embrace the spirit of love, unity, and forgiveness.
This was contained in a statement in his Easter message on behalf of his family, felicitated with Christian faithfuls across the state, describing Easter as a season of deep spiritual significance.
The Commissioner said Easter is not just a commemoration of Christ’s suffering, death, and resurrection, but a powerful reminder of hope, redemption, and the renewal of life. He noted that the season offers a divine opportunity for individuals and communities to rekindle peace, joy, and harmony within their hearts and across the state.
Reflecting on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, Engr. Farouk called on citizens to draw inspiration from the humility, love, and forgiveness demonstrated by Christ, even in the face of betrayal, suffering, and crucifixion.
“It is my hope, believing in the risen Christ, that the love which our Saviour displayed during his betrayal by a close ally, his agony, and his ultimate crucifixion, would bring unshakeable love and peace to shine brightly in our communities,” he said.
The Commissioner urged residents to emulate Christ’s virtues, especially his steadfastness, prayerfulness, and forgiving nature, reminding the public that true progress and peace can only be achieved when citizens look beyond ethnic, social, and gender differences to build a united and caring society.
“As we mark this unique season,” he continued, “let us remain our brothers’ keepers, irrespective of tribe, social status, or gender.”
Engr. Farouk concluded his message with a prayer that the message of love, peace, and joy, which defines the Easter period, will continue to abide in the hearts of all Kogites.
“Happy Easter to you all,” he said.