The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has extended heartfelt Christmas greetings to the Christian community in Nigeria as they celebrate the 2024 commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
In a statement by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, on Tuesday, the former Vice President urged Nigerians to embrace a life of love and unity, drawing inspiration from the joyous spirit of the Christmas season.
The statement read in part, “Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President of Nigeria and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, extends heartfelt Christmas felicitations to the Christian community in Nigeria as they celebrate the 2024 commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
“In his message, Atiku implored Nigerians to embrace a life of love and unity, drawing inspiration from the joyous spirit of the Christmas season. He urged citizens to be guided by compassion and selflessness, encouraging them to cherish the significance of Christmas as a time for reflection and togetherness.”
Atiku reminded Nigerians, particularly Christians, to express gratitude for the arrival of the Christmas season despite the many challenges and hardships confronting the nation. “It is a blessing that we can once again celebrate the events leading to the birth of Christ, despite the adversity we face.”
Atiku also criticized the absence of effective leadership, which has led to widespread suffering and avoidable deaths throughout the country.
