Dare Babalola
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has extended warm Christmas greetings to Nigerians, using the occasion to call on citizens to embrace peace, unity, and love as enduring foundations for national healing and progress.
In a Christmas message issued by his Media Office in Abuja on Wednesday, Atiku extended heartfelt felicitations to Nigerians, particularly the Christian faithful, urging the nation to reflect deeply on the true meaning of the season.
“I extend my warm Christmas greetings to Nigerians, especially our Christian brothers and sisters, as we mark the birth of Jesus Christ,” he said.
Atiku emphasised that Christmas serves as a poignant reminder of the timeless virtues of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, and compassion—essential values that Nigeria critically needs to navigate its current challenges and foster a more united and harmonious society.
“Christmas calls us to rise above division and embrace one another in love. It is a season that invites us to heal old wounds, to forgive, and to recommit ourselves to the unity and common destiny of our nation,” the former Vice President stated.
Atiku urged Nigerians to embrace the season as a time for thoughtful reflection and prayer, seeking divine guidance for peace, justice, and renewed hope for the nation.
He further called on citizens to rededicate themselves to faith in God and to translate the spirit of love and generosity associated with Christmas into everyday conduct, especially in relations with neighbours and communities.
Looking ahead to the coming year, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain encouraged Nigerians not to relent in prayer for the restoration of peace, stability, and inclusive development across the country.
“As we celebrate this sacred season, let us extend hands of fellowship to one another and live as one people, regardless of our differences. Let us trust God for a better tomorrow and work, in unity and conscience, for a greater Nigeria,” he added.
