Christians Worldwide Celebrate the Joy of Christmas

Christians across the globe come together to celebrate Christmas, honoring the birth of Jesus Christ with prayers, festivities, and acts of kindness.

On Wednesday, over two billion Christians worldwide celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. From Nigeria across Africa to Europe, Asia, and the Americas, Christmas is marked with festivity by Christians more than two thousand years after Jesus was born in Bethlehem, just south of Jerusalem.

Christmas, now an annual tradition, is a time filled with love, hope, joy, unity, and generosity.

Pope Francis is scheduled to lead the Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter’s and will give his traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing (to the city and the world) at noon on Wednesday, Christmas Day.

The elderly pontiff, aged 88 and recently battling a cold, was brought up to the grand bronze door in a wheelchair. He knocked on it before entering as the Vatican Basilica’s bells chimed in resonance.

Tinubu and His Wife Celebrate with Christians

In Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu extended his greetings to the citizens on the occasion of Christmas, expressing confidence that the nation is moving towards restoration and progress.

In a statement signed on Tuesday, the President encouraged citizens to pray for leaders at all levels across the nation.

“On this joyful Christmas Day, I warmly extend my greetings to Christians throughout Nigeria and around the world as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, as described in the Holy Scriptures,” he said.

Nigeria is heading toward a promising future, with clear signs of restoration and progress. During this season, let’s renew our hope and faith in a prosperous Nigeria.

Let’s offer the same support and prayers to our nation’s leaders. With your help, we can serve our country diligently and work towards prosperity.

He described the event as a powerful reminder that light can shine through even in the darkest moments, offering comfort and hope. He added that this belief is shared by people of all faiths, affirming that God is with us.

Additionally, Remi Tinubu, the President’s wife, assured Nigerians that her husband’s administration is dedicated to implementing positive changes for the benefit of all citizens.

In her Christmas message, the First Lady mentioned that some of the policy changes are already showing positive outcomes.

She expressed her gratitude to all Nigerians for their support of the President’s administration over the past 18 months and promised that the government would continue to support all citizens.

She encouraged Nigerians to embrace the new year, 2025, with a sense of bright optimism.

“As this year draws to an end, let’s keep faith that brighter days lie ahead. Let’s persist in loving and supporting each other, promoting unity, and celebrating the diversity that makes our nation exceptional,” she stated.