Easter: Former Oyo CAN Chairman, Akanmu Felicitate Nigerians, Oyo Christians
The immediate past Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria, Oyo State felicitate Nigerian Christians on the occasion of the Easter celebrations in the country.
Pastor Akanmu who is currently the Regional Suprintendent, Odubanjo Region, Ondo State said Easter exemplifies the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus Christ to save mankind, noting that as individuals, Christians must take into consideration the welfare of others.
Akanmu called on Nigerians especially residents of Oyo state to re-dedicate themselves to the service of the nation and state as they reflect on the ideals of Good Friday and Easter Celebration.
He said the season calls for a fresh beginning, forgiveness, love and friendship, and urged the privileged to reach out to the less privileged as everyone works to deepen the culture of true Christianity.
He added that the event is a unique day as it marks the liberation of mankind from bondage to freedom.
The former CAN Chairman said Christ suffered and died on the cross so that “our sins can be forgiven to pave way for us to inherit eternal salvation.
He urged Nigerians to “reflect on his uncommon love for us which made him willingly submit himself to shameful death so we can be saved,” as they celebrate Easter.
“This spirit of love, sacrifice and selflessness pervading the season should reflect on the lives we live and how we relate with our fellow human beings.
“We should be guided by the universal love exhibited by Christ in the way we conduct ourselves daily. Because Christ symbolizes peace, we should also uphold this ideal and refrain from acts that inflict misery on other Nigerians, Akanmu stated.