Alhaji Atiku AbubakarFormer Nigeria Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has asked Christians to spare a thought on what they can give to Nigeria as they celebrate Christmas, beginning from tomorrow, Sunday night.
“Nabi Isa (Jesus Christ) taught that it is more blessed to give than to receive. So this Christmas, spare a thought for what you can give back to Nigeria.”
In his message to felcitate with Christians in Nigeria, Atiku suggested that they should give patriotism, loyalty and fidelity to the unity of the Nigeria that had given them so much.
Atiku stressed that since Christmas is a time of love, it has become imperative for Christians to emulate the essence of the season and unite for the greater good of Nigeria.
“Let us also remember our fellow citizens, the men and women of our armed forces, many of whom lost their lives this year fighting to protect us from terrorists and other threats to our national security. We ought to also spare a thought for our brothers and sisters who faced and are facing perils in Libya and the Mediterranean Sea.”
Atiku, who is the chieftain of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said that as we unite in celebration of this season, and in reflection of the months past, “we must never forget, that to get Nigeria working again is the responsibility of each and everyone of us.
“Therefore, let us be intentional in thinking good thoughts and sowing even better actions to make Nigeria greater today and for all times.”[myad]
