Nigeria, April 5 -- Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has called on Christians to use the Easter season to pray for peace in the state and across Nigeria, following recent deadly attacks in parts of Jos.

In an Easter message issued on Sunday, the governor said the celebration, which marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ, offers hope and renewal amid the state's security challenges.

"Easter is more than a spiritual event. It offers a sacred opportunity to reflect on the cornerstone of our faith, the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ," Mr Mutfwang said.

The governor's message comes days after the killing of residents in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, and subsequent violence in other parts of the stat...