Akeredolu Urges Moderate Celebration

Fidelis David in Akure

Ondo State Governor, Mr. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has felicitated Christians across the state and beyond on the occasion of the Christmas celebration, charging the people to reflect on the season by extending love to the less-privileged and neighbours.

This was contained in a press release made available to journalists by his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olabode.

Akeredolu said: “Undoubtedly, this season resonates with deep feelings of excitement and celebration. It is a celebration that has become a ritual among us. The birth of Jesus Christ preaches love, happiness, and salvation for the people. We must be deliberate, this season, to spread love around.

“Notwithstanding this great feeling of joy, I call on our people to celebrate moderately. Judging from the present mood and realities, we must balance our celebration with the realities that will confront us in the New Year.”

He called on residents of the state to be vigilant in their environment as they celebrate, stressing that security agencies, supported by Amotekun, are everywhere to ensure that the people have a peaceful celebration in the state.

“Let me on behalf of my adorable Betty, my family, myself and the government of Ondo State congratulate you on this joyous occasion. I pray that we will live to celebrate many more Christmases.

“I must not fail to also charge you to observe all COVID-19 protocols as this deadly virus is very much around. Wear your face-mask, use hand sanitiser and maintain distance while in public places.”