Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has charged Nigerians to renew their faith in God and hope for a better future as the challenges confronting the country are surmountable.
The governor who spoke at the 2023 Christmas Carol and “Service of Nine Lessons” held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, called on Nigerians not to lose sight of the values that define them as a people, but continue to love one another.
He said true measures of success were beyond economic achievements, as it lies in the collective resolve of the people to grow together with a common destiny.
Abiodun emphasised the need for Nigerians to be their brothers’ keeper, noting that unity can only be achieved by supporting and uplifting each other.
Christmas period, according to him, holds significance beyond the celebration and euphoria of Jesus Christ’s birth as it provides an opportunity for sober reflection and thanksgiving.
He asked Nigerians to show kindness to one another, especially to those who are currently facing challenges.
“This event is beyond the celebration and euphoria of the remembrance of the birth of our messiah; it is a time for sober reflection and thanksgiving. As we celebrate, we must be conscious of those around us who are struggling with one challenge or the other,” he emphasized.
He said his administration in the past four years had implemented its ISEYA vision without bias, adding that more than 500 kilometers of road have been constructed across the state, building of the Aro Cargo Airport, houses, provision of adequate health care facilities, education, among others.
In his sermon, titled: “Jesus Christ, The Truth,” the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, reminded Nigerians that they were God’s creation and that God has the ability to repair or recreate what He had created
