The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has rejoiced with the Christian faithful for marking this year’s Christmas.
Gbajabiamila said Christmas, which is marked to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, is a period for sober reflection and re-dedication to His teachings and ways.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, Speaker Gbajabiamila enjoined the Christian faithful and other Nigerians to use the period to pray for a peaceful and successful general elections in 2023.
He said as the country was getting ready for the general elections, it was imperative for Nigerians to eschew any form of violence and acts that could undermine the peaceful conduct of the polls.
The Speaker equally urged Nigerians to cooperate with all the relevant government agencies and officials before, during, and after the elections.
He wished the Christian faithful peaceful Christmas celebrations.
Signed:
Lanre Lasisi, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Speaker, House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
