Easter: LP urges Nigerians to stay hopeful

The Labour Party on Sunday urged Nigerians to remain hopeful despite prevailing challenges, calling for faith, unity and collective responsibility as Christians celebrate Easter.

The Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, made the appeal in her Easter message titled “Let Us Not Despair,” where she also called on leaders to step up efforts to address the hardship facing citizens.

She said, “While we call on those in positions of authority to intensify efforts toward alleviating the suffering of the Nigerian people, I equally appeal to our citizens not to lose hope. Just as the disciples held firmly to the promise of Christ’s resurrection, so too must we remain steadfast in our belief in a better tomorrow for our nation.

“At this pivotal moment in our national history, I call on all Nigerians to thoughtfully examine the condition of our country and the part each of us must play in shaping a more united and just society. Whether in positions of authority or as everyday citizens, we all bear a shared responsibility to make meaningful contributions to Nigeria’s advancement.

“While we rightly expect vision and direction from those in leadership, we must equally remain committed to our personal responsibilities of upholding the values of integrity, diligence, and patriotism in all that we do.”

Continuing, the former lawmaker highlighted that the message of Easter underscores hope and resilience, urging Nigerians to embrace these values despite prevailing challenges.

Usman further urged Nigerians to reflect on the state of the nation and their individual roles in building a more united and just society.

“As Christians across Nigeria and around the world celebrate Easter, I extend my warmest felicitations to all Nigerian Christians on this joyous occasion marking the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.

“The resurrection of Christ – coming just three days after His immense suffering and death on the cross – reminds us of the true essence of Christianity: faith, sacrifice, and forgiveness.

“Even in His final moments, Christ forgave His accusers and extended the hope of eternal life to those around Him,” she stressed.