By Eseoghene Emuke
Former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has felicitated Christians on the occasion of the Easter celebrations, calling on worshippers to be politically active in the affairs of Nigeria.
Omo-Agege, the Obarisi of Urhoboland, also urged Nigerians to draw inspiration from the spiritual rejuvenation of the Lenten season and rededicate themselves to building a nation that will overcome its challenges.
He stated this in a statement issued by his Media Adviser, Mr. Sunny Areh, on Sunday, and called on Nigerians irrespective of their religion or political affiliation to continue to pray for Nigeria and her President, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.
The former Delta Central lawmaker noted that the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ holds special significance in Christendom as it gives the world the platform to build a new life along the lines of God’s divine design for man to live a fulfilled life.
“That is why at this time, when we are at the cusp of building a renewed Nigeria, this Easter offers the inspiration to do things differently, given God’s promise that in salvation, He will empower us to do great things and live more purposeful lives,” Senator Omo-Agege said.
He urged Christians to be more actively involved in governance and anchor their participation in the teachings of Jesus Christ, which espouse service to humanity.
“Christians should stand up to the burden of building a new Nigeria and ensure that God’s commandments remain the guiding principles,” he said.
Omo-Agege harped on the need for Nigerians to continue to pray and support the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for the socio-economic liberation of the country.
