Dear Compatriots,
I heartily rejoice with all
Nigerians, particularly our
Christian brothers and
sisters, on this year's
celebration of the birth of
Jesus Christ.
As we celebrate this year’s
Christmas, I believe that it
is very appropriate for us
to reflect on the love of
God aptly espoused in the
teachings and lifestyle of
Jesus Christ.
During his earthly
sojourn, Jesus Christ
repeatedly reminded his
disciples and followers of
peace that comes in the
midst of trials and
tribulations on earth.
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There is no better time
than now in our nation’s
history to pray for divine
guidance to get over our
current challenges.
We can have peace in
Nigeria if we all learn to
tolerate and appreciate
one another, respect
constituted authority; and
be our brothers’ keepers
in word and deed.
During this period, we
should remember to offer
special prayers to God for
all our heroic citizens who
paid the supreme price to
restore peace and security
in the North East and
other flash points in the
country.
Let us also remember in
our prayers the security
forces in the frontline in
the continuing battle to rid
our nation of terrorism
and violence.
We must not forget the
Internally Displaced
Persons (IDPs) in our
midst and those who
have suffered untold
hardship as a result of
activities of insurgents and
terrorists.
Our immediate priority is
to alleviate the poverty of
Nigerians by quickly
stimulating the economy.
I assure Nigerians that our
government is doing its
best to make life easier for
all.
Let us therefore, renew
our hope in the God-
ordained unity, progress
and prosperity of our
great nation.
I wish all travellers safe
movements and a
memorable holiday as we
celebrate with our family
and friends.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
MUHAMMADU BUHARI
President, Federal Republic
of Nigeria
December 24, 2016.