By Danjuma Williams (Gombe State Correspondent)
Christian faithfuls in Gombe State have been urged to use this Christmas period to pray for the peace, security and prosperity the State and Nigeria as a whole.
In a Christmas goodwill message to Christians, the State Governor, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, enjoined them and the entire people of the state to re-dedicate themselves and remain steadfast in prayers against all the challenges be-devilling the state and humanity in general.
He said, "We are indeed in a trying moment but I am optimistic that with collective commitment, sacrifice and by turning to God through prayers we shall overcome all the trials and emerge stronger".
He assured of his administration’s commitment to continue to initiate and execute policies and programmes that will impact positively on the lives of the citizenry and promote unity and peaceful coexistence in the state.
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Governor Inuwa said, “On this significant occasion of Christmas, I extend my best wishes to the Christian community and the entire people of the state.
"This period reminds us of God’s love for humanity and the need to uphold the virtues of compassion, tolerance and love. It also provides an opportunity for reinforcement of unity of purpose, bond of brotherhood and dedication in service to God and humanity as exemplified by Jesus Christ", he stressed
While calling on Christians to reflect on the lessons of the season, the Governor stated that the season presented an opportunity to love and share. NNL.
