The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has extended warm Easter greetings to Christians across Nigeria and urged all citizens to embrace the timeless values of sacrifice, hope, peace, love, and national unity as the country marks the 2026 Easter celebration.
In his message to Nigerians, Yilwatda described Easter as the cornerstone of the Christian faith and a season that powerfully reminds believers of the redemptive sacrifice, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
According to him, Easter is not only a period of celebration for Christians but also a solemn moment of reflection on the deeper lessons of faith, resilience, forgiveness, humility, and hope in the face of adversity.
“Easter teaches us that sacrifice is the pathway to glory, that suffering is never the end of the story, and that with faith in God, hope can rise again even in difficult times,” he stated.
The APC national chairman noted that the message of Easter remained profoundly relevant to Nigeria’s present realities, calling on citizens to draw inspiration from the resurrection story and remain steadfast in faith and patriotism despite the challenges confronting the nation.
He urged Christians to use the Easter period to recommit themselves to the virtues of righteousness, compassion, unity, prayer, and service to humanity, stressing that the nation needed men and women who would not only profess faith but also live out its values in public and private life.
Yilwatda also expressed deep concern over the security challenges facing parts of the country and commiserated with families and communities affected by acts of violence, banditry, insurgency, kidnapping, and other forms of criminality.
He stated that the pain and losses suffered by many Nigerians remained a source of collective national grief and called for greater solidarity, vigilance, and cooperation among citizens and institutions in the effort to restore peace and security across the country.
“At a time like this, we must not allow fear, division, or despair to define us as a people. Rather, we must stand together in unity and resolve, trusting God and supporting all lawful efforts aimed at restoring peace, order, and safety in our communities,” he said.
Yilwatda acknowledged the ongoing efforts of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in tackling insecurity and stabilising the country, noting that the federal government had continued to demonstrate commitment through strategic interventions, institutional reforms, and renewed support for the nation’s security architecture.
He urged continued collaboration among all levels of government, security agencies, community leaders, faith institutions, and citizens to ensure that peace, justice, and security prevail across the federation.
The APC national chairman further called on Nigerians to use the Easter season as an opportunity to pray for the nation, its leaders, security personnel, and all those who continue to bear the burden of national service.
“This is a time for prayer, reflection, and renewed hope. As Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ, we must also pray for the renewal of our nation; for healing where there is pain, peace where there is conflict, and hope where there is despair,” he added.
He expressed confidence that with faith in God, responsible leadership, and collective commitment to national unity and progress, Nigeria would overcome its present challenges and emerge stronger.
Yilwatda concluded by wishing all Christians a peaceful and spiritually fulfilling Easter celebration and urged all Nigerians to remain hopeful, law-abiding, and committed to the shared task of building a secure, united, and prosperous nation.
“May the message of Easter renew our faith, strengthen our unity, and inspire a brighter future for our dear country. Happy Easter to all Nigerians.”
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