The Senate Chief Whip, Orji Uzor Kalu, has urged Nigerian spiritual leaders to use their platforms to advocate for peace and unity.
Kalu, in his Easter message issued Friday in Abuja, noted that the role of religious leaders could not be undermined in nation building.
While noting that leaders must be held accountable for their deeds, the former Governor of Abia also cautioned politicians against heating the polity ahead of the 2023 general elections.
The Abia Senator stressed that the Easter season was for sober reflection as individuals and as a nation, urging Christian faithfuls to uphold lessons of the holy Bible.
According to him, the exemplary life of Jesus Christ must be emulated by Christians in order to build a decent society.
Describing Easter as a special celebration in commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Kalu called on Christians to pray for the nation and leaders at all levels.
He added that the acts of forgiveness and love must be demonstrated among Nigerians, regardless of religious differences.
“I congratulate Nigerians on yet another Easter celebration.
“This is a season to demonstrate love, peace, togetherness, unity and piety.
“We must reflect our lives as individuals and as a people.
“The teachings of the holy bible must be demonstrated in our daily lives.
“The Christian community should use the Easter season to offer prayers for the country.
“The future is bright if Nigerians embrace good deeds as exemplified by Jesus Christ,” Kalu said
