Governor Mohammed Umar Bago of Niger state has enjoined Christians to use the period of Christmas to strengthen their faith in God and and continue to pray for peace progress and prosperity of the state and Nigeria.
In a Christmas and New Year message through his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, the Governor noted that Christmas celebration, which is of immense significance to Christians, calls for deeper reflection of love, humility and goodwill as exemplified by Jesus Christ.
He however congratulated Christians in Niger state, Nigeria and the world over on the Christmas celebration in commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
On the New Year celebration, the Governor stressed the need for people of the state to renew their trust in God, be positive, and more committed to being responsible citizens, emphasizing that his administration is working tirelessly to deliver good governance for the realisation of New Niger agenda.
Governor Umar Bago expresses optimism that the year 2026 will be remarkable and more fulfilling, as his administration is intentional about breaking new ground that will ensure sustained dividends of democracy and engender rapid socio-economic development of the state.
While wishing the people a happy Christmas and prosperous New Year celebrations, he urged Niger lites to be security cautious and provide prompt intelligence on any suspicious individuals or activities to security agencies for prompt action.
PR Aliyu Lawal.
