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Easter: Deputy Speaker Kalu urges Christians to embrace Christ’s teachings

Mr Kalu emphasised Christ’s teachings of compassion, forgiveness, and kindness, urging citizens to embrace these virtues.

• April 19, 2025
Benjamin Kalu
Benjamin Kalu [Credit; X]

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called on Nigerians to embody the selfless love and sacrifice exemplified by Jesus Christ.

This is contained in a statement by the chief press secretary to the deputy speaker, Levinus Nwabughiogu, in Abuja on Saturday.

In commemoration of the 2025 Easter celebration, Mr Kalu emphasised Christ’s teachings of compassion, forgiveness, and kindness, urging citizens to embrace these virtues.

He noted that Christ demonstrated the ultimate example of selfless love and sacrifice, adding that His resurrection symbolised hope and redemption.

Mr Kalu also called on Nigerians to pray for the nation’s unity, peace, and prosperity, expressing optimism that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration would continue working tirelessly for the country’s progress.

“As we celebrate Easter, let us reflect on Christ’s teachings and emulate His love, compassion, and kindness.

“May this festive period bring Nigerians joy, peace, and unity, and may our nation be blessed with prosperity and stability,” he said.

Mr Kalu wished Nigerians a joyous and blessed Easter, symbolising hope, redemption, and renewal.

(NAN)

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