Borno State Governor Professor Babagana Babagana Umara Zulum has extended a warm felicitations to the Christian community in the state on the occasion of the 2026 religious Easter celebration.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Malam Dauda Iliya, Zulum described Easter, as a sacred period that embodies sacrifice, forgiveness and love.

“As Christians across the world celebrate this year’s Easter, which commenced on Friday, I warmly felicitate with my Christian brothers and sisters in the state and beyond,” he said.

The governor noted that the celebration marks the culmination of the 40-day Lenten season activities, a period devoted to fasting, abstinence, prayer, repentance, self-discipline, and sober reflection.

He reaffirmed that his administration’s commitment to improving the security, welfare, and overall well-being of the people of the state.will be sustained.

Felicitating the Christians community on Saturday, in Maiduguri, Borno state, Zulum further disclosed in the statement that; “This year, we have scaled up our palliative distribution to reach mote than 300,000 families in an effort to cushion the effects of the current socio-economic economic hardships in the country.

“It is, however, encouraging to note that many vulnerable households have benefited from this palliatives intervention,.”

The governor also called for unity and restraint, particularly in the current political climate.

“I want to remind you that Borno belongs to all of us. We must shun divisive tendencies, especially during this political period,” stating that this will enable the people to embark on a collective path of socio-economic recovery, and warned them against the enemies of peace and derailment of communities.

Reiterating his administration’s resolve to sustain peace, he expressed optimism about ending Boko Haram insurgency and strengthening the existing harmony amongst the people.

“It is heartening to observe the level of religious harmony between Christians and Muslims in the state. I urge all residents to sustain this spirit as we continue to take deliberate steps towards achieving lasting peace,” he said.

The governor commended traditional rulers and religious leaders from both faiths for their roles in promoting peaceful coexistence and urged them to continue nurturing unity and tolerance.

Zulum also paid tribute to the Nigerian Armed Forces, other security agencies, members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), hunters, and vigilantes for their sacrifices and recent gains in counter-insurgency operations in the state.