EASTER : Maigari of Lokoja felicitates with Christians, calls on religious leaders to intensify prayers for Nigeria
The Maigari of Lokoja, His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammadu Kebir Maikarfe the fourth has urged Christians to reflect on the life of Christ as they mark Easter.
Alhaji Ibrahim who gave the admonition on Thursday in his Easter message, said Christ sacrificed himself to save mankind, hence christians should follow his steps for a better society.
The Maigari enjoined Christian and Muslim leaders to intensify prayers for a better Nigeria, saying the fasting by both religious adharents was not a mere coincidence, but as ordained by God for special intervention.
He urged the federal government to consider reopening of boarders to alleviate the sufferings of the masses who are currently passing through untold hardship.
The Maigari of Lokoja also enjoined Muslims to use the ongoing Ramadan to pray for the nation, especially for the government of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to enable him succeed.
While wishing Christians a happy celebration, Alhaji Ibrahim Muhammadu Kebir Maikarfe the fourth enjoined all religious adherents to strictly abide by religious teachings and pray for a better society.