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| Pres. Muhammadu Buhari. |
Dear
Compatriots,
I
felicitate with all Nigerians, particularly our Christian brothers and sisters,
on the occasion of this year’s Christmas day celebration.
The
commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ is an important opportunity for us
to show love to one another and encourage unity by spending quality time with
our friends, families and the less-privileged.
It is
also an occasion to draw inspiration from the exemplary lifestyle and teachings
of Jesus Christ, who constantly stood for what is right, true and honest.
The
Holy Book describes Christmas as a festival of peace, joy, healing, hope and
fulfilment. It kindles great expectations in the heart, irrespective of the
challenges of the moment.
As we
celebrate this Yuletide season, let us devote some time to pray and appreciate
the sacrifices of members of our armed services to keep our nation safe and
secure.
By
the same token, and keeping with the spirit of the season, our gallant troops
serving in the frontlines in the fight against insurgency; those wounded, lying
in the hospital, as well as civilians who have suffered the brunt of evil and
wicked elements these past years, deserve our fervent goodwill and sustained
prayers.
The
personal fortitude of these individuals will continue to inspire us to victory
as we turn the tide against the enemy and annihilate those who work against the
unity of our nation.
In this
season of hope, let us remember to provide refuge to those who cannot enjoy
Christmas at home with their families, or have been driven from their homes by
insurgency or violence, particularly the Internally Displaced Persons.
Lately,
we have witnessed an upsurge in the activities of trans-border syndicates who
lure our youths to modern slavery through irregular migration. While we have
stepped up our efforts to halt this wickedness against the upwardly mobile
generation, and have evacuated some of our compatriots stranded abroad, we
appeal to them to shun the allure of embarking on such perilous journeys.
I am
deeply convinced that better days lie ahead for us as a nation as we make
progress on all the major fronts where we have set our energies to surmount the
challenges.
I
wish you all Happy Christmas celebrations.
Muhammadu
Buhari
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