By Tgnews
Pst. Amb. Bernard Andrew Kaigama, President of ABAK-Peace Foundation Nigeria, extended warm greetings to the Christian community and leaders across Adamawa State and beyond, while sounding a clarion call for peace, unity, and responsible use of social media in Nigeria.
In the spirit of Easter, I pray that they will finish well, and that posterity will remember them for good
Delivering his 2025 Easter message, Pst. Kaigama praised the leadership of Adamawa State Governor, Rt. Hon. Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, and Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa George Farauta, describing them as “a divine combination” driven by vision and grace.
“In the spirit of Easter, I pray that they will finish well, and that posterity will remember them for good,” he said, commending their contributions to the state’s development.
The cleric also greeted Rev. Joel D. Manzo, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Adamawa State, and the CAN Executive, praying that the resurrection’s power strengthens their leadership. To Christians everywhere, he emphasized Easter as a season to reflect on Christ’s love, sacrifice, and victory, urging believers to embody compassion, forgiveness, and peace in their lives.
The internet is now being used by some individuals to provoke one another and create division, often hiding behind the freedom of expression
Amid the celebrations, Pst. Kaigama raised a pressing concern: the growing misuse of social media in Nigeria. While acknowledging its potential to foster peace and unity, he lamented its exploitation as a tool for hatred, violence, tribalism, and religious intolerance. “The internet is now being used by some individuals to provoke one another and create division, often hiding behind the freedom of expression,” he warned.
Labeling this trend “dangerous,” the pastor called on all levels of government to regulate online content and enforce laws against incitement. “Our leaders must be proactive, not just reactive,” he stressed, urging Nigerians to use digital platforms to build rather than destroy. “Let’s choose life over death, hope over fear, and peace over violence,” he added.
Our leaders must be proactive, not just reactive. Let’s choose life over death, hope over fear, and peace over violence
Pst. Kaigama’s message took a somber tone as he addressed recent tragedies in Adamawa State. He expressed deep sorrow over the Boko Haram attacks on Dabna village in Hong Local Government Area, where insurgents struck between 10 p.m. and 3 a.m., killing residents, including Mr. Thomas Godwin, and razing homes. “My heart goes out to every family affected,” he said, mourning with the Hoba Chiefdom.
He also praised the resilience of Garaha’s residents, whose community was spared further devastation thanks to swift action by the military, police, and vigilantes. Quoting 2 Thessalonians 3:16, he prayed for divine peace and restoration for all affected areas. “May the Lord bring peace to Dabna, Garaha, and every community under siege,” he declared.
May Nigeria rise with Christ into a new dawn of peace, unity, and prosperity
In closing, Pst. Kaigama called for a rededication to peace this Easter, urging Nigerians to reflect Christ’s resurrection in their actions—both online and offline. “May Nigeria rise with Christ into a new dawn of peace, unity, and prosperity,” he proclaimed, ending with a resounding “Amen” and Easter blessings.
As Nigeria navigates challenges old and new, Pst. Kaigama’s message resonates as both a spiritual balm and a bold challenge to leaders and citizens alike: to choose unity over division, in celebration of Easter 2025.
