The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has congratulated Christians as they celebrate Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ.
Abbas, while wishing Christians a Merry Christmas, said the birth of Jesus Christ signifies newness and fulfillment while also calling for a national rebirth at this critical time in the life of Nigerians.
In a congratulatory message issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, the Speaker urged Christians and Nigerians as a whole to use the occasion to pray for a new Nigeria of everyone’s dreams.
He also called for prayers for the country and its leaders, especially for political, religious, and traditional leaders.
The Speaker further called for unity, peace, and love for one another, and across religious and ethnic divides.
He expressed hope that Nigeria would soon become a country of pride for every citizen.
Similarly, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, extended his heartfelt felicitations to Christian faithful and all Nigerians as they celebrate the joyous occasion of Christmas.
Kalu, in his Christmas message by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, emphasised the profound significance of Christmas, which commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the Savior of humanity.
He noted that Christmas represents a time of hope, renewal, and celebration, reminding faithful of the importance of kindness, compassion, generosity, and love.
“As we mark the birth of Jesus Christ, who brought light and redemption to humanity, let us reflect on the values that He embodied: love, forgiveness, and selflessness. May His example inspire us to spread love, kindness, and compassion to all those around us, especially those who may be struggling,” Kalu said.
The deputy speaker also expressed his confidence in the administration of President Bola Tinubu, assuring Nigerians that the future looks promising.
He urged the citizens to remain steadfast in their faith and to continue praying for the country’s leadership and working together towards a more united and prosperous Nigeria.
