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Nasir el-Rufai, governor of Kaduna state, says Christmas bears profound lessons for everyone.

In a message he sent out on Christmas Day, he appealed to all residents of Kaduna to uphold peace and pray for the progress of the country.

The governor also congratulated the Christian community “on this important religious moment”.

“I am delighted to congratulate and celebrate with our people on the occasion of Christmas. This joyful festival marks the birth of Jesus Christ, famously described as the Prince of Peace. Christmas is a profound moment of hope and goodwill, and I congratulate the Christian community on this special occasion,” he said in a statement Muyiwa Adekeye, his special adviser on media and communication, issued on his behalf.

“Jesus Christ and His message are the core of the Christian faith. From the humble moment of His birth in Bethlehem, His example, teachings and sacrifice have moved men and women across the world to aspire to be better persons and to accomplish great deeds of faith and service.

“As we celebrate this momentous event, let us continue to pray for our state and our country, for peace and harmony in our communities and for progress and development.

“Let us uphold each other and embrace the lofty values that Christmas signifies.

“Malam Nasir El-Rufai wishes everyone in Kaduna State, Nigeria and the rest of the World a very Merry Christmas. He prays that the peace and blessings of this season shall abide with all.”