The Christian Affiliation of Nigeria, CAN, has despatched out a New 12 months message to Christians and Nigerians usually.
Going by the extent of insecurity within the nation, CAN famous that it’s only by the grace of God that “we have now been preserved, overcoming the trials and tribulations of the previous yr”.
The apex Christians physique, in a press release signed by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, its President, expressed shock over the Christmas Eve assaults on communities in Plateau by terrorists.
The assertion added, “These acts of aggression in opposition to harmless lives are a stark reminder of the fragility of peace in our beloved nation.
“It’s a recurrent nightmare that we have now witnessed far too usually.
“In gentle of those distressing occasions, our prayers intensify for the souls we have now misplaced and for the bereaved households.
“We pray earnestly to the Almighty God that such mindless lack of life and wanton destruction of property won’t ever plague our communities once more. Could He information us in the direction of pathways of peace and grant solace to all who’ve suffered.
“Within the face of those adversities, it’s crucial that we, as a folks, refuse to be discouraged. As a substitute, we should come collectively and stay resolute in our dedication to construct a united, peaceable, and affluent nation.
“It’s in our togetherness that we discover the power to resist the trials that beset us. In unity, there’s hope, resilience, and the ability to rebuild. Allow us to embrace our variety and permit it to be the bedrock upon which we construct a stronger, extra harmonious nation.
“As we glance to the yr forward, allow us to accomplish that with a renewed sense of function and an unwavering dedication to fostering a greater future for our beloved Nigeria.
“Allow us to draw power from our religion, our shared values, and our collective resolve to surmount the obstacles that confront us. Collectively, as one united folks, we’re able to making a Nigeria the place peace, justice, and prosperity will not be simply beliefs, however realities for all.
“Could the transformative period that has begun proceed to unfold for our nation within the yr 2024. Allow us to march ahead with hope and dedication, and should God’s blessings be upon Nigeria.”