Religion

Good Friday: Emulate virtues of Jesus Christ, Cleric Admonishes Christians

By Web News 563

As Christians in the world all over mark Good Friday, faithfuls have been admonished to emulate the virtues and attributes of Jesus Christ for a better Society.

This was the submission of those who spoke on the Essence of Good Friday to christians.

Good Friday, the Friday before Easter, the day on which Christians annually observe the commemoration of the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

From the early days of Christianity, Good Friday was observed as a day of sorrow, penance, and fasting, a characteristic that finds it’s expression in the German word Karfreitag “Sorrowful Friday”.

In his reaction, A clerygman, Pastor Muyiwa Ayeni said Christ was peaceful, loving and sacrificed his life to redeem mankind from destruction to eternal life, therefore Christians must learn to sacrifice for the good of all.

Pastor Ayeni stressed that the only way to reciprocate the love of God towards mankind was to love their neighbours as themselves and be at peace with one another.

Responding on Non- Consumption of flesh by some People on Good Friday,the Cleric said eating or non- consumption of flesh is not a sin but most importantly for faithfuls to follow the will of Almighty God.

Corroborating his view, Member Osun House of Assembly Representing Ifedayo state constituency , Mrs Adenike Abioye explained that Non – consumption of Meat by some people is an after thought which is based on personal conviction.

Speaking on Easter celebration which conotes redemption and restoration, Mrs Abioye prayed God to restore the lost glory of the Nation, stressing God’s favour and mercies had sustained the Nation as an entity.

Mojisola oladele

Politics

Prayers, key to victory over national challenges – OSHA Speaker

By Web News 613

The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Mr. Timothy Owoeye has identified prayers as the solution to the challenges being faced by the country.

Mr. Owoeye who stated this at the special interreligious quarterly prayer by the House of Assembly said the 1999 constitution of Nigeria as amended gave room for religious gatherings.

He maintained that the consistent prayer meeting by the lawmakers and staff has brought a peaceful atmosphere to the Assembly.

Earlier, the Chief Imam of Osun House of Assembly Mosque, Abdulfatah Adebisi in his message said prayer is very important for individuals to live a fulfilled life.

Also, the Chaplain of the House of Assembly Church, Pastor Muyiwa Ayeni in a short exhortation, noted that prayer can deliver Nigeria from all calamities ravaging the country.

Prayers were offered to God for peace and tranquillity in the House, Osun State and Nigeria.

Funmi Adekoya

Politics

OSHA Begins New Year with Prayers

By Web News 651

The Speaker, Osun State House of Assembly, OSHA, Mr. Timothy Owoeye has assured staff of the Assembly of good welfare and conducive working environment.

The Speaker, gave the assurance at the special prayer session to herald working activities in the Assembly in year 2020.

Mr. Owoeye who commended the staff for their commitment to duty last year advised them not to relent in giving their best in the discharge of their duties.

He noted that the state government is taking all measures to ensure prompt payment of salary and other allowances to the workforce, therefore, they should support all government policies towards developing the State.

Earlier, in a short exhortation, the Assembly Chaplain, Pastor Muyiwa Ayeni had admonished the staff to discharge their duty in the fear of God so they can excel in their various endeavours.

Also, the Imam of the Assembly Mosque, Alhaji Abdulfatai Adebisi in his message, called for love, tolerance and unity among the lawmakers and other staff for development and progress in the Assembly.

Prayers were offered to God for the staff, Lawmakers, House of Assembly, Osun State and Nigeria for peace, stability and progress.

Funmi Adekoya