Soludo, CAN, Political Parties Urge Empathy, Humility, Service on Palm Sunday

Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo, Hammed Shittu in Ilorin, David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka, Kuni Tyessi in Abuja

Prominent Nigerians including Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, and the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Daniel Okoh, have urged empathy, humility and service as Nigerians observed Palm Sunday yesterday.

Soludo spoke yesterday  during the Palm Sunday service, after he led the faithful in a solemn procession at the Light House Chaplaincy in the Government House, Awka. 

He said the life of Jesus Christ was marked by humility and service to the people, and that those were the attributes needed to take Anambra to greater heights.

He said: “There is need to emphasise the spiritual significance of the day. This is a powerful start to Passion Sunday. 

“Humility and service exemplified by the life of Christ are essential for the progress of Anambra State.

“Palm Sunday reminds us that leadership is a call to selfless service and sacrifice. As we enter this Holy Week, we remain committed to building a liveable and prosperous homeland under the guidance of the Almighty.”

In his homily, Rev. Fr. Raphael Onyekwelu urged the congregation to emulate the humility of Christ, reminding leaders and citizens alike of the importance of integrity and peace.