The Nasarawa State Government appeals to its citizens and Nigerians at large to foster unity, love, harmony, and understanding for speedy national progress.
The State Deputy Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Agbadu Akabe, made the call at a special church service at ERCC Gloryland Lafia to mark Nigeria’s 64th Independence and Nasarawa State’s 28th anniversary, emphasizing the need for citizens to uphold the patriotic virtues of the nation’s founding fathers.
The Deputy Governor, represented by State Assembly Speaker Rt. Hon. Danladi Jatau, emphasized that peace is paramount for national development, necessitating its embracement by all.
He enjoined the people of the State to put all hands on deck irrespective of political, religious or ethnic differences for the overall development of the country.
He appealed to the people to imbibe the spirit of forgiveness and patriotism to build an egalitarian society for all which is the dreams and aspirations of the nation’s founding fathers.
Akabe also called on the people of the State to pray and support Gov. Abdullahi Sule in his desire to develop the state.
He thanked those praying for the state and the country and encouraged them to continue so that the country can get out of the difficult times being faced by Nigerians.
He used the occasion to commend Gov. Sule for initiating policies and programs that have direct bearing on the lives of the people of the state.
Earlier, the host Pastor, Senior Pastor, Reverend Yusuf Danjuma spoke on the topic ‘ Understanding the Purpose of a Thing” said God have a purpose of allowing Nigeria achieve independence in 1960 after undergone several challenges and Nasarawa at 28 is a blessing to the people.
He urged the congregation and the larger society to understand life and direct their energy and resources to impact meaningfully towards the upliftment of humanity.
He lamented on the attitudes of some leaders who are so wicked, arrogant without knowing the value of the subjects they are representing.
Other Clergies, who spoke prayed for God intervention to overcome the current hardship faced by the people and enjoined leaders at all levels to lead with the fear of God, justice and fairness.
They added that they will one day give accounts of their leadership before the creator.
They equally called on Christians and Muslims in the state to love and tolerate one another for peace, unity and development of the state and the people.
The Church Service also witnessed Thanksgiving by the family of Mrs Saratu Haruna appreciating God for the gift of life and blessings of children, grandchildren and lots more to the family.
The congregation joined the family in appreciating God for the gift of life and prayed for God’s protection and guidance.
Dignitaries in attendance included, Hon. Solomon Akwashiki, member representing Lafia Central, former Senator Suleiman Adokwe, Elias Adokwe, former member of the State Assembly Hon. Peter Mbuchu, Commissioners, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, CMD Hospital Management Board, Permanent Secretaries among others.
