The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has reminded the residents in the capital city that the much-feared COVID-19 is not over yet.
He said: “it is important to also remind residents COVID -19 has not been eradicated and I hereby call on you to celebrate Easter in conformity with all extant guidelines.”
In his Easter message, Muhammad Musa Bello assured the residents that security agencies have put measures in place to ensure the peaceful celebration of Easter even as he called on them to be security conscious and follow all guidelines issued by the relevant security authorities regarding the Easter celebrations.
He appealed also to always cooperate with the security agencies for the protection of lives and properties in your communities. Any suspicious behavior or individuals should immediately be brought to the attention of law enforcement agencies.
The minister advised the residents to use this joyous occasion not only to reflect on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as a pathway to peaceful co-existence of all but also use the opportunity it presents to re-dedicate ourselves to the love and service of our dear country, Nigeria.
He thanked residents for their cooperation and support for the FCT Administration in its efforts at building a befitting capital territory worthy of our great country.
“I ask you to continue to imbibe the spirit of peaceful co-existence, unity and love for one another which are the ideals and principles on which the FCT is founded.
“The commendable acts of residents in often rallying round each other in challenging moments, irrespective of religious or ethnic differences is an indication that the dreams of our founding fathers in creating the FCT as center of unity has taken deep roots and is flourishing.
“I call on you therefore, to continue to believe in and actively promote this culture of peace and unity and equally impart the same to the young generation of residents, many of whom really know no home other than the FCT.
“We should resist all attempts by those who do not share these noble ideals to cause disharmony in our ranks especially as political activities take center stage across the country.”
