Senate President Akpabio Calls for National Unity and Resilience Amidst Easter Celebrations and Security Challenges

Senator Godswill Akpabio urges Nigerians to embrace unity and tolerance this Easter, while assuring that the government is working to end the wave of insecurity.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 4, 2026, 11:17 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from LEADERSHIP Media Group.

A Call for Tolerance in a Diverse Nation

As Nigeria marks the 2026 Easter season, Senate President Godswill Akpabio has appealed to the national conscience, urging citizens to move beyond religious and ethnic divides. In a statement released on April 4 via his Special Adviser, Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio emphasized that the resurrection of Jesus Christ provides a "template for love and peaceful coexistence." He called on Nigerians to reflect on these values as a mechanical necessity for building a nation characterized by harmony and collective prosperity.

Addressing the Security Crisis and the Jos Killings

The Senate President did not shy away from the "mindless attacks" currently plaguing the federation. He specifically referenced the recent killings in Jos, Plateau State, where gunmen have continued to strike despite high-level government visits. Akpabio expressed deep sympathy for the bereaved families and noted that the current difficulties—ranging from banditry to terrorism—can only be overcome through "collective efforts, understanding, and prayers." He maintained that the President and the National Assembly remain committed to providing the necessary legislative and executive support to restore order.

Assurance of Military and Legislative Action

Akpabio sought to reassure a skeptical public that the nation’s security architecture is active. He noted that the Armed Forces are "working relentlessly" to stem the tide of violence that has seen record deployments to Benue and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) this weekend. By aligning the "Renewed Hope" agenda with the spiritual significance of Easter, the Senate President suggested that the current hardships do not define the end of Nigeria’s story, but rather a trial to be defeated through national righteousness.