On Wednesday, over two billion Christians worldwide celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. From Nigeria across Africa to Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Christmas is marked with festivity by Christians more than two thousand years after Jesus was born in Bethlehem, just south of Jerusalem.
Christmas, now an annual tradition, is a time filled with love, hope, joy, unity, and generosity.
Pope Francis is scheduled to lead the Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter’s and will give his traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing (to the city and the world) at noon on Wednesday, Christmas Day.
The elderly pontiff, aged 88 and recently battling a cold, was brought up to the grand bronze door in a wheelchair. He knocked on it before entering as the Vatican Basilica’s bells chimed in resonance.
Dear Good People of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo & Odigbo Federal Constituency,
As we celebrate this joyous Christmas season, I extend my warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes to each and every one of you. May this special time of the year be filled with love, laughter, and the blessings of peace and happiness.
As we gather with our loved ones, let us remember the true spirit of Christmas and the joy it brings. I pray that the good present time becomes the golden memories of tomorrow for all of us.
Looking forward, I wish you a prosperous and promising new year. May it be filled with opportunities, success, and continued progress for our community.
Here’s wishing you a Merry Christmas and a promising New Year.
Sincerely, Hon. Festus Adefiranye
Tinubu and His Wife Celebrate with Christians
In Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu extended his greetings to the citizens on the occasion of Christmas, expressing confidence that the nation is moving towards restoration and progress.
In a statement signed on Tuesday, the President encouraged citizens to pray for leaders at all levels across the nation.
“On this joyful Christmas Day, I warmly extend my greetings to Christians throughout Nigeria and around the world as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, as described in the Holy Scriptures,” he said.
Nigeria is heading toward a promising future, with clear signs of restoration and progress. During this season, let’s renew our hope and faith in a prosperous Nigeria.
Let’s offer the same support and prayers to our nation’s leaders. With your help, we can serve our country diligently and work towards prosperity.
He described the event as a powerful reminder that light can shine through even in the darkest moments, offering comfort and hope. He added that this belief is shared by people of all faiths, affirming that God is with us.
Additionally, Remi Tinubu, the President’s wife, assured Nigerians that her husband’s administration is dedicated to implementing positive changes for the benefit of all citizens.
In her Christmas message, the First Lady mentioned that some of the policy changes are already showing positive outcomes.
She expressed her gratitude to all Nigerians for their support of the President’s administration over the past 18 months and promised that the government would continue to support all citizens.
She encouraged Nigerians to embrace the new year, 2025, with a sense of bright optimism.
“As this year draws to an end, let’s keep faith that brighter days lie ahead. Let’s persist in loving and supporting each other, promoting unity, and celebrating the diversity that makes our nation exceptional,” she stated.
Hon. Ismail Alade Felicitate Christians; Encourage them to imbibe Christ Virtues With Love and Purity.
The erstwhile NANS Southwest Leader from Babanla/Agate Ward 1, felicitated Christians in Ede South Constituency and beyond on this joyous day of Christmas.
Ismail Alade, in a statement made available to media in his home in Ede, urged Christians to use this time to remember those who are less fortunate and encouraged everyone to spread kindness and generosity beyond their circle.
He also urged Christians faithful to use this period to remember our dear country, Nigeria in prayers to restore back the nation lost glory, peace and unity in this trying time we are facing economic hardship.
He said “Christmas is a time of celebrations, giving and coming together with loved ones. Embrace the spirit of Christmas filled with hope and carry it into the new year”.
“May your heart be filled with joy, your homes with laughter and your lives with peace,” He added
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