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Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Delta speaker urges Christians to imbibe true spirit of Christmas

The speaker reiterated the need for people to support one another, uplift those in need, and strive for a more united and prosperous state.

• December 25, 2024
Delta Assembly speaker Dennis Guwor
Delta Assembly speaker Dennis Guwor Credit[Vanguard ]

The Delta House of Assembly speaker, Dennis Guwor, has urged Christians to imbibe the true spirit of Christmas celebration.

Mr Guwor, in a statement by his chief press secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, on Wednesday in Asaba, reminded Christians that love, kindness and generosity remained the key elements of the Christmas celebration.

He reiterated the need for people to support one another, uplift those in need, and strive for a more united and prosperous state.

Mr Guwor, the national treasurer of the Conference of Speakers of State Houses of Assembly in Nigeria, said he was proud of Delta’s progress.

”I look forward to the dawn of a new year with great hopes and more positive vibes in Delta.

“We have worked tirelessly to build a brighter future for our state, and I am confident that our collective efforts will continue to yield positive results,” he said.

Mr Guwor expressed confidence that the ‘MORE Agenda’ of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori would continue to positively impact the lives of the people of the state.

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