Interim National Chairman of the Labour Party, Senator Nenadi Usman, delivered an Easter message on Sunday urging Nigerians to hold on to hope, forgiveness, and faith amid national challenges. In the statement, he extended warm greetings to Nigerian Christians celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, describing the event as a symbol of triumph over hardship through resilience and belief. He emphasized the Christian values of sacrifice and forgiveness, noting that Christ forgave His accusers even in death.
Senator Usman called on those in authority to do more to reduce the suffering of citizens, while also reminding Nigerians of their personal duty to uphold integrity, diligence, and patriotism. He stressed that both leaders and citizens share responsibility for national progress, urging all to play a role in building a united and just society. "Just as the disciples held firmly to the promise of Christ's resurrection, so too must we remain steadfast in our belief in a better tomorrow for our nation," he said. The Labour Party leader closed by wishing all Nigerian Christians a peaceful and joyous Easter.
Senator Nenadi Usman's appeal for shared responsibility places moral burden on both leaders and citizens, not just the government. With inflation and unemployment remaining high, his call for personal diligence risks sounding detached from the reality of millions who work multiple jobs and still cannot cope. Faith and patriotism do not put food on tables, and messages of forgiveness offer no relief from fuel prices or failing public services. For ordinary Nigerians, hope needs infrastructure, not just inspiration.
