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Buhari, in last Christmas message as President, urges Nigerians to sink differences

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President Muhammadu Buhari has urged Nigerians to put aside their differences and work in harmony to foster unity and national prosperity.

The Presidential said with about 22 weeks to the end of his administration, he would continue to re-dedicate himself to providing political and material support to sub-national governments (states), armed forces, institutions and individuals working assiduously for the stability and progress of Nigeria.

In a Christmas message to the nation, Buhari said:”I heartily rejoice with our Christian brothers and sisters on the occasion of this year’s Christmas.

“Many of us look forward to this festive season as a time to travel, share gifts, spend quality time with family and friends, attend special carols and events, and generally relive the good moments of the year.

“In whatever circumstances we find ourselves, Christmas is a period when we come together to rejoice and set aside our differences.

“For me and my family, this year’s celebration is unique. It is my last as your elected President. Twenty-two weeks from now, this administration will hand over to another.

“In the last seven years, I have had the privilege of receiving members of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) community on Christmas homage, except the year the COVID-19 pandemic denied us that opportunity. I will fondly remember them as my benevolent landlords and friendly neighbours.

“It is crucial that I remember this about my closest neighbours because there is no better way for us to celebrate Christmas as a people than showing genuine love, care, compassion and empathy for one another.

“We must never lose sight of the symbiotic relationship between Christmas and hope; Jesus Christ and humility, Christianity and grace.

“In this season of love, joy and peace, let us not fail to remember those who really wish to celebrate but are constrained in one way or the other, by reaching out to them.

“Together we can make this celebration a spectacular one by renewing our pledge and common resolve to work for the unity and prosperity of our dear country.”

Buhari stressed the need in the economy, infrastructure, food security, anti-corruption, and other areas should be consolidated by successive administrations.

“The advances we have made so far on the economic front, especially in infrastructure, food security, anti-corruption, security, energy sufficiency, among others, will need to be built on.

“This joyous season has coincided with the period of campaigns to usher in a new administration.

“I urge you to be circumspect and vote for those that will maintain the momentum we have created for the greater good of the country,” Persecondnews reports that Buhari said on his Twitter handle on Sunday

The President expressed the hope that those who constantly disrupt the peace and tranquility of the country will fail.

“I want to assure Nigerians that those who violently seek to disrupt the peace of our nation have lost the battle.

“Our country is blessed with a wealth of human and material resources. Let’s celebrate our blessings this season with the trust that a better dawn awaits Nigeria. Iwish you all a Merry Christmas.”

 

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