Durkwa’s Stirring Good Friday Message Inspires Hope in Adamawa

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As Christians around the world commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, Ishaya Inuwa Durkwa has called on the people of Adamawa to pause, reflect, and recommit themselves to the values of sacrifice, humility, and unity.

In a heartfelt Good Friday message, Durkwa, a prominent advocate for grassroots leadership and citizen-focused governance, described the occasion as “a sacred moment of deep meaning, one that reminds us of the power of love even in suffering.”

“Good Friday is not just a date on the Christian calendar,” he said. “It is a mirror that shows us what true leadership looks like—sacrificial, enduring, and rooted in truth.”

Durkwa’s message came as thousands across the state marked the solemn day with church services, prayer vigils, fasting, and personal reflection. In parishes from Ganye to Mubi, and down through Demsa to Michika, church bells rang in unison at 3 p.m.—the hour traditionally associated with Christ’s death on the cross.

For many, the day evoked painful memories of loss, poverty, and insecurity, but Durkwa encouraged citizens not to lose heart.

“Good Friday teaches us that pain is not the end of the story,” he said. “There is always a Sunday. There is always a rising. That is why we must not give up on our dear state. The Adamawa we dream of is still possible.”

The message, delivered both in print and on local radio stations, reached urban centres and rural communities alike, resonating especially among youth and the underserved.

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Durkwa emphasized that the trials of Christ should inspire Adamawa’s people to face challenges with courage and resilience. He said the state’s story is far from over.

“Do not lose hope,” he urged. “Just as Christ endured the cross and overcame, we too must rise beyond the challenges that weigh us down—be they poverty, injustice, or disunity. Our new dawn is near.”

He also used the moment to express gratitude to current leadership in the state, specifically recognizing the role of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.

“Let us continue to support the leadership of His Excellency, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri,” he said. “The foundation he is laying—especially in infrastructure and human capital development—deserves continuity.”

Durkwa urged all citizens, regardless of religion or background, to treat the season as an opportunity for shared reflection and mutual support. He reminded the people that Good Friday is not only a Christian observance but a call for all to examine their role in building a just society.

“Good Friday is not just for Christians. Its values are universal—truth, humility, endurance, and forgiveness. These are the tools we need to rebuild Adamawa,” he noted.

In his final words, Durkwa offered a message of peace and solidarity to families across the state:

“To every man, woman, and child across the 21 local government areas of our beloved Adamawa, I say this: the darkness may last for a night, but light is coming. Let us walk forward together—united in heart, strong in resolve, and driven by a shared vision of peace, prosperity, and possibilities for all.”

As evening fell over Yola and its surrounding towns, his words echoed through communities where faith and hope remain the twin pillars of survival. For many who heard his voice, this Good Friday wasn’t just about mourning—it became a rekindling of belief in a better Adamawa.