The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Pensioners, (NUP) Kogi State Chapter, Engr. Clement Ohida, has felicitated with Christians and Member’s of the Union on the occasion of 2024 Christmas.
In a felicitation message issued to Journalists in Lokoja the Kogi state capital, the NUP State Chairman rejoiced with citizens of the state, particularly members of the Union for witnessing another Christmas celebrations which commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ.
Engr. Ohida urged the people of the state to use the joyous occasion to pray for leaders at all levels and for the peace, progress and socio-economic development of the State and Country at large.
He stressed the importance of a peaceful co-existence between among citizens, irrespective of ethnic or religious divide.
He urged citizens to be guided by the lessons of the Christmas season, which he stressed is anchored on love, forgiveness and peace.
“Irrespective of our religious affiliations, we can draw immense strength and inspiration from the enduring legacies of the life of Jesus Christ who sacrificed his life for the redemption of our souls,” he said
He wished Christians God’s guidance and abundant blessings embedded in the festive season as they celebrate another important milestone of high spiritual import.
While urging support for the administration of Governor Usman Ahmed Ododo, the union leader said, “ We have no other State to call our home, other than Kogi State, that’s why we need to pray and work with our leaders to be able to overcome our challenges. Without mincing words, we are no longer where we are as Pensioners in the past even though we still ask for better attention through harmonization”.
The Chairman congratulated Christians for witnessing yet another Christmas, prayed for many more celebration in good health and prosperity.