The Nigeria Union of Journalists(NUJ), Oyo State Council has felicitated with members, particularly Christians for witnessing this year’s Easter celebration.

This was contained in a Easter message jointly signed by its Chairman, Ademola Babalola and Secretary, Sola Oladapo.

The NUJ in the statement made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan, prayed that members continue to enjoy the blessings of Jesus Christ.

The union prayed that the power of resurrection conquer the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic ravaging the world and which had created economic hardship for all.

It called members to emulate the virtues of love, selflessness, patience and perseverance as exhibited by Jesus Christ.

The union charged them to be more committed to the development of the state, Nigeria and the world at large.

The NUJ enjoined media practitioners to put their faith in God and pray that the world overcome the pandemic soon.

It urged members to conduct themselves moderately, comply with government directives and observe preventive measures reeled out by health professionals.

The union reminded members of its directive to stop all physical interviews as a preventive measure against spread of COVID-19.