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Christmas: We feel your pains, don’t be despair, LP urges Nigerians

The Lagos State chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has urged Nigerians, especially Lagos residents, not to despair despite the current challenges facing the nation.

The Lagos LP Chairperson, Pastor Dayo Ekong, said this in her message to Nigerians in commemoration of the Christmas celebration on Monday, December 25, 2023.

The message was issued by Mrs Olubunmi Odesanya, the LP Publicity Secretary in the state.

Ekong described the season as a moment of joy, peace, and reflection of God’s goodness and love to humanity.

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She stated: “There is still hope for the nation, no matter the intensity of the current economic pains.

“Labour Party in Lagos State felicitates with the Christians in the state, the nation, and the entire world on this very important occasion.

“We feel your pain and request that you do not despair.

“Every pain and suffering has an expiry date and we know, for sure, that the chain of hardship, struggles, and gloomy future will be broken soon.”

The LP chieftain further called for prayers for peace and prosperity in the country, saying: “All will be well with our dear country and us all.”

Ekong wished Lagos residents a merry Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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