Unilorin Vice Chancellor Egbewole extends Easter greetings to Christians, calls for togetherness and empathy

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By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin

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ILORIN — The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, has extended Easter greetings to members of the university’s Christian community and Christians across the country.

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In a statement issued by the institution’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr. Kunle Akogun, the Vice Chancellor described Easter as a significant period in the Christian calendar, marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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Egbewole said the celebration symbolises sacrifice, faith, and the enduring values exemplified by Christ, urging believers to reflect these virtues in their daily lives.

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He called on Christians, as well as adherents of other faiths, to embrace selflessness, civility, and peaceful coexistence, noting that such values are essential for societal harmony.

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The Vice Chancellor also advised moderation in celebrations and encouraged acts of kindness toward the less privileged, including family members, friends, neighbours, and colleagues.

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Highlighting the overlap of Ramadan and Lent this year, Egbewole said the coincidence underscores the importance of unity and shared devotion to the service of humanity.

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He commended the strong spirit of interfaith harmony within the University of Ilorin community, describing it as a model worthy of emulation for national peace and cohesion.

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Egbewole wished Christians within and outside the university a peaceful and fulfilling Easter celebration.

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