By Chuks Oyema-Aziken
The Director General, Management and Staff of the Department of State Services (DSS) have advised Christians celebrating Easter to restrain from such behaviors as illicit drugs, excessive alcoholism as well as reject all forms of bigotry and other social vices.
In the Easter message on Friday, the Service said Nigerians should use the opportunity to draw lessons from the forbearance and humility of Jesus Christ and apply the same in their daily affairs.
Dr. Peter Afunanya, Director, Public Relations and Strategic Communications, Department of State Services, National Headquarters, Abuja signed the message release to the media.
He said “The Service reminds them to use the event which illustrates sacrifice and forgiveness to refocus their love for one another, the nation and humanity at large. On this note, citizens are encouraged to adopt self-control, discipline and compassion in their dealings and conducts. The Service enjoins them to eschew bitterness, disloyalty, fake news, hate speech and violence.
“Similarly, celebrants are advised to restrain from such behaviors as illicit drugs, excessive alcoholism as well as reject all forms of bigotry and other social vices during the ceremony. They are, therefore, implored to renew their commitment to the peace, unity of Nigeria and work towards her inclusiveness.
“Consequent upon these, everyone is urged to be vigilant and report attempts to breach security to relevant law enforcement agencies. The DSS website www.dss.gov.ng; email address- dsspr@dss.gov.ng and telephone lines +234915 339 1309; +234 908 837 3514 remain relevant for public guidance.”
