PMB believes in Jesus; Read his Christmas message

President Muhammadu Buhari has sent his felicitations to
Christian faithfuls across the country as they celebrate the
birthday of Jesus Christ, tomorrow, Friday, December 25,
2015.

Read his message below:
”I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially our Christian brothers and
sisters, on the joyous occasion of this year’s Christmas. On this
occasion of the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ, let us
all rededicate ourselves to the virtues of peace, love, honesty,
justice, equity, piety, humility and service to others which he
taught.

There can be no doubt that a greater manifestation of these virtues
and ideals in our lives will immensely help us to become a more
united, peaceful, secure and progressive nation. Let us also reach
out in love and compassion to fellow Nigerians who are in distress
at this period of our nation’s history.

I particularly urge you all to remember victims of terrorism and
insurgency in the country, especially Internally Displaced Persons
(IDPs). The Federal Government will continue to collaborate with
state governments and other stakeholders to ease the harsh
conditions in IDP camps, while the ultimate objective remains to
quickly put an end to insurgency and return the IDPs to their
homes.
We must never again allow any group to hold the nation to ransom
under whatever guise. Let us also not allow current socio-
economic and security challenges to dampen our expectations for a
better Nigeria.
This administration has taken a number of measures to restore
hope to our people. The 2016 Budget defines our commitment to
giving Nigeria a new lease of life. Our change slogan is not a
campaign gimmick but a promise that must be kept. We are
determined to bring about tangible changes in the lives of our
people.
In this regard, efforts will be intensified to recover stolen funds,
block revenue leakages and enthrone due process, transparency
and accountability. Public office is a public trust that must be held
to the highest ethical standards.
I wish all Nigerians a Merry Christmas.
Please drive carefully.”

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