Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called on Christians and all Nigerians to find inspiration in the resurrection of Christ, emphasizing hope and unity in the face of the nation’s current challenges

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has issued a heartfelt Easter message, calling on Christians and all Nigerians to draw inspiration from the resurrection of Jesus Christ, particularly in these times of national challenges.

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He urged citizens to embrace the message of hope and victory that the resurrection symbolizes.

In his 2025 Easter message, Jonathan encouraged Nigerians to remain optimistic and find strength in Christ’s love, His sacrificial death, and the promise of salvation He offers to humanity.

He also reminded leaders of the importance of selflessness, urging them to emulate the virtues of servanthood, sacrifice, and a passion for service, as demonstrated by Jesus Christ.

Jonathan stated, “I join millions of Christians around the world to commemorate Good Friday. This day reminds us all of the sacrificial death of Christ for humanity and His gift of salvation and redemption to all believers.

This moment reminds Christians of servanthood and passion for service, as exemplified by Jesus Christ, who died to save humanity from sin and reconcile all to God.”

He further emphasized the significance of Easter, saying, “At Easter, we reflect on the power of Christ’s love, the gift of righteousness, and the triumph of hope over despair and every challenge in life.

“Let us remain positive about the possibilities within our nation and draw strength through hope that we will triumph over challenges we face both as individuals and collectively as a nation,” said Goodluck Jonathan.

The death and resurrection of Christ on the Cross awakens us to the boundless love of God towards us; a reminder of the possibilities faith in God offers to us on earth.”

Jonathan urged all citizens to find encouragement in the resurrection story, noting, “Let us be reminded about the purpose of salvation and the essence of mercy and the triumphing power of faith and hope over all circumstances.”

He also called for optimism regarding Nigeria’s future, emphasizing the importance of hope and unity: “I urge all citizens to be encouraged by the story of the resurrection of Christ and the lessons of hope and victory that are contained in it.

Let us remain positive about the possibilities within our nation and draw strength through hope that we will triumph over challenges we face both as individuals and collectively as a nation.”

Addressing the nation’s leaders, Jonathan said, “This moment points us to the virtues of servanthood, sacrifice, and passion for service. Let us recommit to pursuing peace and justice for all.”

He concluded his message with a call for renewed faith, strengthened hope, and guaranteed peace: “As a people, let this season renew our faith, strengthen our hope, and guarantee us peace.

Let us continue to imbibe and pursue these virtues and work towards building a nation of peace, unity, and love.”