Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged Nigerians to rise above divisions and embrace unity as Christians across the country celebrate Christmas, describing the season as a crucial moment for national reflection, reconciliation, and healing.
In his 2025 Christmas message, Atiku extended warm greetings to all Nigerians, particularly Christian citizens marking the festivities, while highlighting the deeper meaning of the season for the nation.
“Christmas is a solemn reminder of the virtues of love, sacrifice, forgiveness, and compassion—values that Nigeria urgently needs at this moment in its history,” Atiku said.
The former vice president noted that the season goes beyond festivity, urging Nigerians to use this period to repair broken relationships and strengthen bonds that unite the nation, irrespective of differences.
“This season calls us to rise above division and embrace one another in love. It is a season that invites us to heal old wounds, to forgive, and to recommit ourselves to the unity and common destiny of our nation,” he stated.
Atiku further appealed to citizens to reflect deeply and seek divine guidance for the country, emphasizing the need for peace, justice, and renewed hope in the face of national challenges.
“I urge Nigerians to use the season not merely for celebration, but for quiet reflection and prayer, seeking divine guidance for peace, justice, and renewed hope for the country,” he said, stressing that the values of Christmas should inspire unity and a shared commitment to building a stronger, more hopeful nation.
