{"id":105983,"date":"2024-01-01T22:57:45","date_gmt":"2024-01-01T21:57:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/new-year-its-only-by-gods-grace-we-survived-2023-can"},"modified":"2024-01-02T01:42:18","modified_gmt":"2024-01-02T00:42:18","slug":"new-year-its-only-by-gods-grace-we-survived-2023-can","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/new-year-its-only-by-gods-grace-we-survived-2023-can","title":{"rendered":"New Year: It\u2019s only by God\u2019s grace we survived 2023 \u2013 CAN"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has sent out a New Year message to Christians and Nigerians in general.<\/p>\n

Going by the level of insecurity in the country, CAN noted that it is only by the grace of God that \u201cwe have been preserved, overcoming the trials and tribulations of the past year\u201d.<\/p>\n

The apex Christians body, in a statement signed by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, its President, expressed shock over the Christmas Eve attacks on communities in Plateau by terrorists.<\/p>\n

The statement added, \u201cThese acts of aggression against innocent lives are a stark reminder of the fragility of peace in our beloved country.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is a recurrent nightmare that we have witnessed far too often.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn light of these distressing events, our prayers intensify for the souls we have lost and for the bereaved families.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe pray earnestly to the Almighty God that such senseless loss of life and wanton destruction of property will never plague our communities again. May He guide us towards pathways of peace and grant solace to all who have suffered.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the face of these adversities, it is imperative that we, as a people, refuse to be discouraged. Instead, we must come together and remain resolute in our commitment to build a united, peaceful, and prosperous nation.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is in our togetherness that we find the strength to withstand the trials that beset us. In unity, there is hope, resilience, and the power to rebuild. Let us embrace our diversity and allow it to be the bedrock upon which we build a stronger, more harmonious nation.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we look to the year ahead, let us do so with a renewed sense of purpose and an unwavering commitment to fostering a better future for our beloved Nigeria.<\/p>\n

\u201cLet us draw strength from our faith, our shared values, and our collective resolve to surmount the obstacles that confront us. Together, as one united people, we are capable of creating a Nigeria where peace, justice, and prosperity are not just ideals, but realities for all.<\/p>\n

\u201cMay the transformative era that has begun continue to unfold for our nation in the year 2024. Let us march forward with hope and determination, and may God\u2019s blessings be upon Nigeria.\u201d<\/p>\n

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