The FCT Minister, Malam Mohammad Bello has urged Nigerians to imbibe the spirit of peaceful co-existence, unity and love for one another .
Bello made the call in his Easter message to residents of the FCT, on Friday in Abuja.
” On behalf of the Federal Capital territory Administration, I bring warm felicitations to all residents of the territory, especially the Christian faithful on the celebration of Easter.
” I urge you to use this joyous occasion not only to reflect on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as a pathway to peaceful co-existence of all.
“But also use the opportunity it presents to re-dedicate ourselves to the love and service of our dear country, Nigeria.”
The minister thanked residents for their cooperation and support for the FCT administration in its efforts at building a befitting capital territory worthy of our great country.
” I ask you to continue to imbibe the spirit of peaceful co-existence, unity and love for one another which are the ideals and principles on which the FCT is founded.
“The commendable acts of residents in often rallying round each other in challenging moments, irrespective of religious or ethnic differences is an indication that the dreams of our founding fathers in creating the FCT as a center of unity has taken deep roots and is flourishing.”
Bello, therefore, called on residents to continue to believe in and actively promote the culture of peace, unity and equally impart same to the young generation of residents.
