Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Governor of Adamawa State, has urged Christians to turn their Easter faith into tangible actions that reflect the essence of the season. In a message released during the Easter celebrations, Fintiri called on believers to move beyond prayers and embrace deeds that mirror the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ. He emphasized the importance of reflecting on Christ's suffering and victory over death, urging individuals to demonstrate love, compassion, and service to others. "Faith without works is dead," Fintiri said, quoting the biblical book of James, as he encouraged Christians to live out their beliefs through concrete acts of kindness and social responsibility. The governor highlighted the need for peace, unity, and moral renewal in society, particularly in a time marked by insecurity and economic hardship. He called on residents of Adamawa State to use the Easter period as an opportunity for personal and communal transformation.
When Fintiri quotes "faith without works is dead," he is challenging passive religiosity in a region where many rely on spiritual hope amid daily struggles. That statement, in the context of Adamawa's socio-economic realities, points not just to personal piety but to a demand for accountable leadership and active citizenship. If faith must be lived, then leaders must also be judged by what they do, not just what they say.
