Easter Celebration: Alenkhe Salutes Christians








Easter Celebration: Alenkhe Salutes Christians

...Urges The People To Rejoice In The Gift Of Salvation


Iduozee Efe Paul. 


The chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists,  Edo state council Comrade Festus Alenkhe JP. has sent a message of felicitation to Christians and non Christian alike as the world celebrate Easter.


According to the statement,  Easter celebration signifies the resurrection of Jesus christ who confirmed that " It is finished ", an indication that all our intending pains, trouble and problems have ended at the cross of crucification. 

In the message,  Comrade Festus Alenkhe urged the people to rejoice in the gift of salvation and the promise  of new beginnings. 


He wished and prayed that the people of Edo state experience the beauty of God's Grace and the joy of Jesús Christ's resurrection. 


The message also said good friday and Easter sunday are sacred days marked by reflection,  remembrance and celebrations encapsulating the core tenets of the Christian faith.  


Comrade Festus Alenkhe said Easter celebration heralds the joyous culmination of Easter story, Jesus resurrection from the dead as it is a day of jubilation and triumph, symbolizing victory over sin and death. 

Comrade Alenkhe said Jesus resurrection offers believers  the promise of new life,  hope and eternal salvation. 


As the Edo 2024 Governorship election draws nearer , Comrade Festus Alenkhe called for peace and understanding before, during and after the election as he appealed to politicians to play by electioneering rules.


He called on journalists in Edo state  to reject news reports  that will throw Edo state into crises and tension  but ensure continuous balanced reportage at all times.

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