President Muhammadu Buhari has sent his felicitations to
Christian faithfuls across the country as they celebrate the birthday of
Jesus Christ, tomorrow, Friday, December 25, 2015.
Read his message below:
”I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially our Christian
brothers and sisters, on the joyous occasion of this year’s
Christmas. On this occasion of the commemoration of the birth of Jesus
Christ, let us all rededicate ourselves to the virtues of peace, love,
honesty, justice, equity, piety, humility and service to others which he
taught.
There can be no doubt that a greater manifestation of these
virtues and ideals in our lives will immensely help us to become a more
united, peaceful, secure and progressive nation. Let us also reach out
in love and compassion to fellow Nigerians who are in distress at this
period of our nation’s history.
I particularly urge you all to remember victims of terrorism and
insurgency in the country, especially Internally Displaced Persons
(IDPs). The Federal Government will continue to collaborate with state
governments and other stakeholders to ease the harsh conditions in IDP
camps, while the ultimate objective remains to quickly put an end to
insurgency and return the IDPs to their homes.
We must never again allow any group to hold the nation to ransom
under whatever guise. Let us also not allow current socio-economic and
security challenges to dampen our expectations for a better Nigeria.
This administration has taken a number of measures to restore
hope to our people. The 2016 Budget defines our commitment to giving
Nigeria a new lease of life. Our change slogan is not a campaign gimmick
but a promise that must be kept. We are determined to bring about
tangible changes in the lives of our people.
In this regard, efforts will be intensified to recover stolen
funds, block revenue leakages and enthrone due process, transparency and
accountability. Public office is a public trust that must be held to
the highest ethical standards.
I wish all Nigerians a Merry Christmas.
Please drive carefully.”
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