by HASSAN JIRGI Maiduguri
Borno State governor, Babagana Zulum has felicitated the Christian community in the state and beyond on this year’s Easter celebration.

Governor Zulum in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Dauda Iliya, described Easter as a sacred period that embodies sacrifice, forgiveness and love.
“As Christians across the world celebrate this year’s Easter which commenced on Friday, I warmly felicitate with my Christian brothers and sisters in Borno State and beyond,” the governor said.

He noted that the celebration marked the culmination of the 40-day Lenten season, a period devoted to fasting, abstinence, prayer, repentance, self-discipline, and sober reflection.
Zulum also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the security, welfare, and overall well-being of people of the state.

“This year, we have scaled up our palliative distribution to reach over 300,000 families in an effort to cushion the effects of the current economic hardship. It is encouraging to note that many vulnerable households have benefited from this intervention.

“I want to remind us that Borno belongs to all of us. We must shun divisive tendencies, especially during this political period. We have embarked on a collective journey of recovery, and we must not allow enemies of peace to derail our progress,” he added.

Reiterating his administration’s resolve to sustain peace, Zulum expressed optimism about ending insurgency and strengthening the existing harmony amongst the people.