Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has requested God to heal Nigeria during the Easter celebrations.
The prayer is included in a message of best wishes signed by Osaigbovo Iguobaro, the Chief Press Secretary to the Oba on Friday.
The statement read, “The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II has called on God and his ancestors to heal Nigeria during the Easter celebration.
“The royal father also advises the Christian faithful, to be Christ-like and pray fervently to God for the forgiveness of sins and ask God to heal the nation.
“The Oba urges Christians to follow the qualities of Christ in their everyday life and urges them to gain strength from the message of hope provided by the sacrifice of Jesus and promote qualities of love and unity, regardless of their challenges.”
The Federal Government, through the Office of the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Wednesday, declared Friday, March 29, and Monday, April 1, 2024, as public holidays for Christians in the country to celebrate Good Friday and Easter Monday, respectively.
