Dr. Kayode Fayemi has urged Nigerians to draw strength from the message of Easter, warning that the country’s economic strain and security concerns demand resilience, sacrifice and unity from citizens.
In a statement released Saturday in Abuja, the former Ekiti State governor said the resurrection of Jesus Christ speaks directly to a nation under pressure, insisting that the Easter story reflects the possibility of recovery even in difficult times.
“Easter is more than a religious ritual. It is a powerful story of triumph over despair and life over death,” Dr. Fayemi said, linking the Christian observance to Nigeria’s present realities.
Nigeria continues to face rising living costs and persistent insecurity, issues that have stretched households and tested public confidence. Mr Fayemi acknowledged the weight of these challenges, but maintained that they signal a transition rather than an end point.
He described the current moment as “travails that precede a new birth,” urging citizens not to lose sight of hope despite mounting pressures.
“I understand the burdens many families are carrying today due to the rising cost of living and insecurity,” he said. “However, just as the sacrifice of the cross led to the joy of the resurrection, our collective sacrifices and steadfastness will eventually lead us to a more stable and prosperous Nigeria.”
The former chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum also called for a return to values he said define the Easter season, empathy, tolerance and service, especially towards vulnerable groups.
He urged Nigerians to look beyond personal struggles and support those in need, stressing that national recovery depends as much on collective compassion as on policy direction.
“As we celebrate, let us reflect on how we can contribute to the peace and progress of our fatherland,” he added.
Dr. Fayemi concluded by wishing Christians a peaceful Easter and expressed hope for national restoration, as citizens mark the religious festival amid ongoing uncertainty.
