Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has called on Christians in the state and across Nigeria to embrace the lessons of love, selflessness, and sacrificial living exemplified by Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection this Easter season.
In a weekend Easter message signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju, and shared with newsmen, Governor Makinde congratulated Christians on completing the 40-day Lenten period and celebrating the Easter festival.
The governor described Easter as the pinnacle of God’s love for humanity, highlighting Jesus’ persecution, death, and resurrection as a call for humans to practice love, sacrifice, and selflessness. He urged Christians to follow Christ’s example by interceding for Nigeria, its leadership, and the well-being of Oyo State during the festive period and beyond.
Expressing appreciation for the Christian community’s support since 2019, Makinde encouraged residents to continue cooperating with the government as it works to serve the people.
He also reminded citizens to stay vigilant during and after the festivities, reporting any suspicious activity to authorities. Governor Makinde emphasized that security is a shared responsibility, advising residents to use the state’s emergency number, 615, whenever necessary.
