Tinubu's Christmas message to Atiku, Obi and others

Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has wished Nigerians including his political opponents a merry Christmas.

In a statement, Tinubu advised his opponents to join hands in moving tghe country forward irrespective of their political affiliations.

He also noted that Christmas is a period of spiritual uplift as both Christians and non-Christians are moved to reflect upon God's love for mankind and what, truly, it means to love one's God, neighbor and oneself.

He said: "On this special day, I stretch forth my hand in fraternal affection and great joy to Christians and all who join in celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. "Thus, I say merry Christmas to the farmer, the student, the labourer, the artisan, the professional, the entertainer, the teacher, the police officer, the market women, the soldier and to all Nigerians.

"I also extend my wishes for a good and happy Christmas to my political opponents. No matter our political differences, we are all Nigerians and we must move this nation forward. Tinubu added urged Nigerians to let the hope symbolised by the season of celebration herald the renewed hope in the Nigeria of our dreams.

He further stated: "May the joy and great gift of this Christmas be the renewed hope that we can and will forge a better Nigeria with the help and guidance of Almighty God above. May God bless Nigeria. Merry Christmas to all."