*urges Rivers people to pray for peace, sustained development
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has felicitated with the people of the state on the Easter Celebrations, urging them to use the season to pray for the peace of the state and her sustained development.
In an Easter message to the people of the state, Governor Wike advised Christians to re-dedicate themselves to sacrificial living as exemplified by Jesus Christ for the growth of the state.
He assured that his administration will continue to work towards the promotion of security across the state in conjunction with security agencies.
He said that the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ offers all Christians the privilege of rising with the Saviour into a new existence that would translate into better living.
While wishing the people of the state a joy filled Easter Celebration, the governor urged them to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movement to security operatives.
Simeon Nwakaudu,
Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor, Electronic Media.
25th March, 2016.