The Arewa Consultative Discussion board (ACF) has felicitated with Christians in Nigeria and the world over on the event of Easter, calling for renewed dedication to peace, safety and nationwide growth.
In a press release issued by its Nationwide Publicity Secretary, Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the discussion board stated the celebration, which marks the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ, comes at a time when Nigerians are grappling with worsening socio-economic and safety challenges.
ACF expressed concern over what it described because the deteriorating state of affairs in Northern Nigeria, the place many communities proceed to face insecurity, deaths, displacement and destruction of livelihoods because of the actions of armed {groups} and prison components.
The discussion board, nonetheless, recommended Nigerians for his or her resilience and unwavering hope for a greater future regardless of the prevailing difficulties.
It famous that the nation’s challenges will not be insurmountable, expressing optimism {that a} “peaceable, affluent and socially harmonious Nigeria stays achievable.”
The group known as on Christians and different residents to stay “law-abiding, peaceable and prayerful,” stressing the necessity for unity and collective accountability in addressing the nation’s issues.
ACF additionally urged safety companies to be reinvigorated to successfully deal with insecurity throughout the nation, notably within the northern area.
It additional known as for decisive and sustained motion in opposition to terrorists and prison components, whereas additionally advocating efforts to deal with underlying components enabling insecurity.
The discussion board prayed for peace, justice, fairness and {economic} prosperity to return to Nigeria.