Christians celebrate Christmas peacefully in Kano

Christian worshippers, including women and children who dressed in new attire, defied the cold weather in Kano City to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the newsman reports.

Supreme News reports that worshippers trooped out in their numbers to attend church services at various worship centres.

Supreme News also observed that there was a security presence, especially around the Sabon Gari area, which has a high concentration of churches.

Some worshippers who spoke to the correspondent said that they were excited to witness yet another Christmas, praying for peace in the country.

Mary Ade, a resident, said that the key messages from clergy men were centered on sharing love with one another, especially to those in need.

Amos Jacob, a clergy, urged christians to use the Christmas period to reflect by looking inwards, repent of all the sins they committed this year.

Moses Adamu, a resident, charged the two dominant religions in the country to work together in finding a lasting solution to the security challenges in the country.

He also called for peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, irrespective of their ethnic or religious backgrounds.

Another resident, Chukwudi Emeka, also advised christian faithful to live for one another just like Christ did for mankind.

He urged them to pray for divine direction, caring for others, especially the aged and the less prevailed, for a meaningful Christmas celebration.

Supreme News also reports that fun seekers also trooped out in large numbers to celebrate Christmas at some fun centres across the metropolis.