Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta has called on Christians across the country to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ, who in spite of his heavenly endowments, took up the cross to redeem mankind.
Okowa made the call in an Easter Goodwill Message contained in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba.
He said that the country, as a community, would be a better place if adherents of Christianity imbibed the spirit of love, peace and sacrifice, which were the virtues epitomised in Christ.
He said that Nigeria was in a critical period, plagued by varying challenges and uncertainties, and charged Christians to use the solemnity of Easter to go in full supplications to God for His intervention.
According to Okowa, Nigeria, as arranged by God, is a great country, but has been weighed down by leadership challenges, which reflect sorely in the socio-economic indices and poor conditions of citizens.
In Delta, the governor stated that his administration had done well in building a stronger state for the good of all citizens and residents, and urged the people to use the period of Easter to pray for peace and love in the state.
