The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1, on Tuesday, felicitated with Christians all over the world, urging them to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ.
Olubadan, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Gbenga Ayoade, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, further admonished them to emulate His virtues which include love, forgiveness, provision for the needy, religious tolerance and peaceful co-existence among others.
He stressed the need to love one another, adding that “lack of genuine love takes Nigerians to where we are today that we are suffering in the midst of plenty.
“Let me use this period to felicitate with Christians all over the world and also urge them to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ.
“The rich is getting richer while the poor is getting poorer, this is contrary to the reason for the birth of Jesus Christ.” He explained.
The first traditional ruler used the occasion to enjoin the well-to-do in the society to remember the poor and meet their needs in the spirit of the Christmas season for them to have a sense of belonging.
“I call on travellers during this period to avoid night journey, the drivers not to over speed, obey traffic rules and regulations and for the law enforcement agents to be alive to their responsibility in securing the lives and property of Nigerian people.
“Kabiyesi appreciates the support of Olubadan Advisory Council, Executive members of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, traditional title holders, mogajis, Baales, the palace staff and the entire Indigenes and residents of Ibadanland, wishing them merry Christmas and happy new year in advance.” he added.
