By Francis Nansak
On Good Friday, Christians worldwide marked the end of their 40-day fast, commemorating Jesus Christ’s suffering and sacrifice for humanity’s redemption. In Uke, Karshi Development Area, Karu Local Government Council, Nasarawa State, Catholic faithful celebrated the season with a passion play.
Passion play, organized by the youth of Saint Vincent Catholic Church, depicted Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and sacrifice. Children and adults alike were visibly moved, with some weeping and appearing sober as they watched the reenactment of Jesus’ journey to the cross.
The parish priest, Rev. Father Magun Emmanuel, expressed joy and highlighted the significance of Good Friday, saying, “Today is Good Friday, and we are marking it with a passion play combined with the stations of the cross. It’s a day that Jesus Christ suffered and gave up his life for the salvation of the whole world.”
Father Emmanuel appealed to Nigerians to embrace love, peace, and unity, especially in the face of insecurity. He urged leaders to ensure fairness and tranquility in their domains.
Also in an interview , the director of the 2025 Passion Play, Mr. Patrick Daniel, emphasized the importance of commemorating Christ’s sacrifice and called on Nigerian youth to shun vices and live a life patterned after Christ’s exemplary mission on earth.
Another speaker Mr. Isaac Sankara admonished Nigerian youths to live a life that reflects Christ’s teachings, emphasizing love, peace, and unity. He urged them not to take the celebration of Easter lightly but to esteem the values of love, peace, and unity.
” The passion play served as a reminder of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and a call to live a life of purpose and meaning” He added.
