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Celebrate Easter With Love, Pray For Nigeria – FCT Handball Association Charges Christians
As Christendom all over the world marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and His Triumphant entrance into heaven, the FCT Handball Association has charged the faithful to use the period for sobber reflection, live in love with one another, and pray for peace in Nigeria.
Chairman, FCT Handball Association Board, Ambassador (Dr) Edward Olutoke in his Easter message on Friday reminded Christians of the essence of the season and called on leaders at all levels to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice as exemplified by Jesus Christ.
Ambassador Olutoke while addressing journalists in Abuja charged Christians to live in peace with one another and pray to God to restore unity and security in the country.
“This is a great moment among the Christian community. In fact, Easter is the definition of Christian faith because all that we do as believers are anchored on His death and resurrection.
“I, therefore, on behalf of the board, appeal to Christians to live in love with one another and pray for Nigeria. We are passing through a lot of difficult challenges as a people and only God can restore our peace and oneness.
“Our political and religious leaders should also imbibe the spirit of sacrifice as exemplified by Jesus Christ who died for our sake. When our leaders realize that power comes from God and lead the people with a fear of the Almighty, Nigeria will be a land of glory, ” he said.
Easter, also called Pascha or Resurrection Sunday, is a Christian festival and cultural holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead described in the New Testament as having occurred on the third day of his burial following his crucifixion by the Romans at Calvary 30 AD.
It is the culmination of the Passion of Jesus, preceded by Lent – a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance.
The 2022 Easter Celebrations will take place this Sunday, April 17.
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Lawal Delivers Another Brilliant Performance in Europe
After displaying great form for Istra 1961against Vukovar in the score draw encounter in the elite league few days ago in Croatia, Salim Fago Lawal has continued to enjoy rave of the moment status in the Eastern European nation.
On Wednesday, Lawal was on the scores sheet for Istra in the 75th minute against Kurilovec, but it was only for consolation, as Istra crashed out of Croatian cup in round 16.
It was a masterpiece display from the former Flying Eagles striker, whose work rate has shown great development after joining Istra from modest Nigerian clubside in 2023.
He has scored three goals and two assists, totally five – goal contribution as a striker so far this season.
Interestingly, two other Flying Eagles players, Israel Ayuma and Charles Agada, who are also former players of Mavlon FC, featured in the game and they gave good account of themselves.
Sadly, it was not the day of victory on the pitch for the three former players of Mavlon FC of Lagos.
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