3 h. ago Easter: CP orders adequate security at Benue worship centres

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As Christians in Benue and all over the world celebrate the 2025 Easter,  Commissioner of Police, Benue State command, Steve Yabanet has ordered the deployment of adequate security around public places especially worship centres. The CP, in a statement  by Benue  State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO),CSP Catherine Anene, felicitated  with […] The post Easter: CP orders adequate security at Benue worship centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Easter: ACF felicitates Christians, prays Nigeria returns to peace

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has felicitated Nigerian and worldwide Christian brethren on the celebration of the 2025 Easter Season and prayed for Nigeria’s return to peace, security and economic prosperity. Prof. Tukur Muhammad-Baba, the National Publicity Secretary of the ACF, said in a statement that, in solidarity, the ACF rejoices […] The post Easter: ACF felicitates Christians, prays Nigeria returns to peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Easter: Kebbi Gov felicitates with Christians, says occasion season for sober reflection

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has felicitated with Christian faithful on the occasion of 2025 Easter. In a message to Christian community in the state on Sunday, the governor described the season as a period of sober reflection. It could be recalled that Easter was […] The post Easter: Kebbi Gov felicitates with Christians, says occasion season for sober reflection appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Easter: Governor Mutfwang preaches peace, unity, urges christians to emulate Christ’s character

Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, a lawyer and the Plateau state governor has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Christians across the world read more Easter: Governor Mutfwang preaches peace, unity, urges christians to emulate Christ’s character

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10 h. ago Easter: ACF Celebrates With Christians, Decries Economic, Security Challenges

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has extended felicitations to the Christians on the occasion of 2025 Easter celebrations even amid socioeconomic, political and security challenges confronting the nation. These, the apex northern sociopolitical group said were worsened by corruption, selfish leadership, nepotism, provocative and flamboyant lifestyles of political leaders. ACF in its Easter message in […]

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11 h. ago Ekiti 2026: Oluyede urges unity in Easter message to Christians

Byline: Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Dr Wole Oluyede, a 2026 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial aspirant in Ekiti State, has congratulated Christians worldwide, especially in Ekiti, on Easter 2025. In a message delivered on Sunday, April 20, through his spokesperson, Gani Salau, Oluyede urged embracing love, peace, and unity for sustainable development. He described Easter as […] The post Ekiti 2026: Oluyede urges unity in Easter message to Christians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Easter is Christianity’s focal point – Archbishop Aladekugbe

Byline: Oluseye Ojo, Ibadan Most Rev. Dr Williams Oluwarotimi Aladekugbe, Archbishop of Ibadan Ecclesiastical Province and Bishop of Ibadan North Anglican Diocese, has described Easter as the focal point of Christianity. In his 2025 Easter message, shared with the press on Sunday, April 20, by Diocesan Communicator Chief Olugbemiga Ayoade, the Archbishop stressed Easter’s significance. […] The post Easter is Christianity’s focal point – Archbishop Aladekugbe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Easter: Kwara’s Oloro monarch greets Christians, urges peace and unity

By Lukman Olabiyi The Oloro of Oro Kingdom in Kwara State, His Royal Majesty Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II, has extended warm Easter greetings to Oro Kingdom residents and the broader Christian community. In a statement issued on 20 April 2025, the monarch described Easter as a pivotal moment marking the culmination of […] The post Easter: Kwara’s Oloro monarch greets Christians, urges peace and unity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Use Easter celebration to pray for peace, unity in Bauchi, Nigeria – Commissioner

Titus Saul Ketkukah, Commissioner for Works and Transport, Bauchi State, on Friday called on Christian communities to use this year’s read more Use Easter celebration to pray for peace, unity in Bauchi, Nigeria – Commissioner

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15 h. ago Easter: Oyebanji urges Christians to embrace Christ’s virtues of love, harmony

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has congratulated Christians in Ekiti and Nigeria on Easter 2025. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka Oyebode, Oyebanji urged gratitude for witnessing another Easter, noting the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as a divine gift to humanity. Oyebanji encouraged Christians to […] The post Easter: Oyebanji urges Christians to embrace Christ’s virtues of love, harmony appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Easter: Nasarawa Accountant General urges christians to pray for governor Sule’s leadership

Musa Ahmed Mohammed called on Christians across the state to use the Easter period to offer prayers for the administration of Gov Sule.  read more Easter: Nasarawa Accountant General urges christians to pray for governor Sule’s leadership

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19 h. ago Easter: Gov Alia celebrates with Christians, preaches love, forgiveness

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia is celebrating with Christians in the state and across the country for commemorating another Easter, marking the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ for the salvation of mankind. The governor, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary Tersoo Kula, said Christ’s sacrifice […] The post Easter: Gov Alia celebrates with Christians, preaches love, forgiveness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Easter celebration: Cross River Governor, Speaker felicitate Christians

Bassey Otu, governor of Cross River State and Elvert Ayambem, speaker, Cross River State House of Assembly, have felicitated Christians read more Easter celebration: Cross River Governor, Speaker felicitate Christians

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21 h. ago Easter: CP Yabanet orders adequate security at Benue worship centres

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi As Christians in Benue and all over the world celebrate the 2025 Easter, the Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Steve Yabanet, has ordered the deployment of adequate security around public places, especially worship centres. The CP, in a statement signed by the command’s PPRO CSP Catherine Anene and made […] The post Easter: CP Yabanet orders adequate security at Benue worship centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Easter: Atiku, Akpabio, Orji Kalu, Obi, Govs, others fecilitate with Christians

By Adesuwa Tsan, Kenneth Udeh (Abuja), Ighomuaye Lucky (Benin), Jude Owuamanam (Jos), Tony Osauzo (Benin), Ndubuisi Orji (Abuja), Aloysius Attah (Onitsha), Idu Jude (Abuja)   Former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has sent felicitations to Christians and urged all Nigerians to imbibe the enduring virtues of love and selfless sacrifice exemplified by Jesus Christ. […] The post Easter: Atiku, Akpabio, Orji Kalu, Obi, Govs, others fecilitate with Christians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Easter: Mutfwang Preaches Peace, Urges Christians To Emulate Christ

Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has congratulated the Christians across the world on the occasion of the Easter celebration, callung on them to embrace peace and emulate Jesus Christ. Governor Mutfwang noted that the celebration commemorates Christ’s redemptive sacrifice and His triumph over sin and death. Mutfwang, in his Easter message signed by his […]

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33 h. ago Easter: Mbah harps on virtues of love, sacrifice, peaceful coexistence

Enugu State Governor Dr Peter Mbah has described Easter as a time for forgiveness, love, and strengthening the bonds of unity across creeds and tribes. Mbah stated this in his Easter message to the people of Enugu State and the nation on Saturday. “As Christians in Nigeria join other Christian faithful across the world in […] The post Easter: Mbah harps on virtues of love, sacrifice, peaceful coexistence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Easter: EFCC Chairman Tasks Christians On Rededication To Anti

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede has rejoiced with Christians across the country on the occasion of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, charging them to use the lessons of the Easter season to rededicate themselves to the values and virtues of zero corruption. Olukoyede, according to […]

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36 h. ago Easter: CAN Urges Christians To Be Ambassadors Of Peace, Reconciliation

The Borno State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urged Christian faithful to be ambassadors of reconciliation and peace in their communities. CAN Chairman in Borno State, Most Rev Dr John Bogna Bakeni who said this in his Easter message on Saturday in Maiduguri, urged the government and security agencies to rise […]

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45 h. ago Easter: Faith Leaders Urged to Promote Tolerance, Shared Values

As Christians worldwide commemorate Easter, people of all religious faiths have been urged to take advantage of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion to reflect on the imperative of sacrifice and religious tolerance in serving God and promoting love among the diverse people of the world. Chairman of Guild of Interfaith Media Practitioners (GIMP), Mr. Abdulkarim Abdulmalik in […]

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