The National Chairman of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Chief Olu Falae, has advised all citizens to vote wisely in 2019 for credible leadership and government to realise the needed transformation.

Falae, in his Christmas message on Tuesday, urged Christians across the country to continue to cohabit peacefully with other citizens to engender lasting peace, security and order.

In a statement signed by the SDP National Publicity Secretary, Alfa Mohammed, Chief Falae also implored them to emulate the exemplary life of Jesus and pray for the peace of Nigeria.

“One of the cardinal teachings of the Christian religion is that adherent of the Christian faith must be at peace with all men.

“In this trial moment that Nigeria is experiencing sundry security challenges characterized by wanton killings and destruction of property, we want to seize this occasion to enjoin all Christians as they celebrate Christmas to reflect on the teachings and doctrines of Jesus Christ,” he added.

Falae said since the wellbeing of the citizens of the country is the uppermost priority of the SDP, the party had presented Nigerians with an alternative candidate that could transform the country, urging them to vote wisely in the coming election.

He said, “You must continue to champion the course of peace, unity and progress of our dear country. Nigeria needs the prayers of both Christian faithfuls and Muslim faithfuls to transit from its present predicament. So, we urge you to pray for the country.

“We as a party will continue to seek for the good of this country. It is with this in mind that we have presented to Nigerians the most credible candidate for the coming election and we seize this occasion to advise all citizens to vote wisely for credible leadership and government for the needed transformation that we all yearn for.

“Once more, on behalf of the SDP family, we congratulate you and wish you all a happy Christmas celebration,” the statement added.

•Sourced from a Daily Trust report