‘Do not despair,’ Obi urges Nigerians during Easter, Ramadan

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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, has urged Nigerians, especially the youth, not to give up despite what he called the nation’s numerous difficulties and difficulties.

This was stated by Obi on Saturday in a series of tweets to mark the observance of Ramadan and Easter by Muslims and Christians, respectively.

On the occasion of Easter, the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, he wished all Christians a happy celebration and prayed that the message and blessings of the resurrection would remain with the Christian faithful.

On the occasion of Easter, the celebration of the risen Christ, l wish all Christians a happy celebration and pray that the message and blessings of the resurrection will remain with us.

“To our Muslim brothers and sisters who are well into the Ramadan fasting period, which will culminate in the Eid El Fitr, my special greetings and prayers are with you as we look forward to a joyous celebration,” he said.

“Given that we are all united as brothers and sisters, and in our trust in the mercies and infinite benevolence of God Almighty, I urge all Nigerians, particularly the youths not to despair in the face of many challenges and tribulations that we are facing as a country.”

The 61-year-old thanked God for His blessings on Nigeria and prayed for a better and new Nigeria, asking that equity, fairness, peace, unity, accountable leadership and prosperity shall reign.