From Taiye Joseph, Ilorin
The Bishop of the Diocese of Kwara, Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Sunday Adewole, has called on Nigerians to embrace godly living, unity and love as Christians across the country celebrate Easter.
Delivering his Easter sermon at the Cathedral of Saint Barnabas, Sabo-Oke, Ilorin, the cleric described the resurrection of Jesus Christ as a symbol of triumph over sin and death, urging citizens to reflect its significance through righteous conduct and commitment to national rebirth.
Speaking on the theme “The Empty Tomb and Its Implications,” Adewole said Easter should go beyond festivities, stressing the need for sober reflection and renewed dedication to God.
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“Today, as we commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we appeal to everyone in the name of God to live a holy life. Living a holy life is a precursor to God’s abundant blessings,” he said.
The bishop emphasised that personal holiness must be accompanied by love for others and a strong sense of responsibility towards national development.
He urged Nigerians to intensify prayers for the country while fostering peaceful coexistence among citizens.
“We should love our neighbours, pray for our country, pray for our state, pray for our communities, and love others as ourselves. If we do this, the challenges we face will become things of the past,” he added.
Adewole attributed many of Nigeria’s socio-economic and security challenges to a decline in moral and spiritual values, noting that a return to the fear of God remains critical to addressing corruption, violence and insecurity.
“If Nigerians truly embrace the fear of God, issues such as corruption, violence, banditry and insurgency will be drastically reduced,” he said.
He also stressed the need for unity across ethnic and religious divides, warning that disunity continues to hinder national progress.
“No nation can progress in disunity. We must come together as one people if we are to confront our challenges effectively,” the bishop stated.
Against the backdrop of economic hardship, the cleric encouraged Nigerians to show compassion and support the less privileged, urging proactive acts of kindness.
“We must not wait until we are asked before helping others. Let us be intentional in offering our time, talents and resources to support those around us,” he advised.
Adewole further prayed for divine intervention, expressing hope that the power of Christ’s resurrection would bring healing and transformation to the nation.
“It is our prayer that the power that brought Jesus out of the grave will work in our nation, in our families, and bring the needed miracles,” he prayed.
He urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, maintaining that with faith, unity and obedience to God, the country can overcome its present challenges and attain lasting peace and prosperity.
