 The Oregon State Governor, Dacoa Biodoon, has urged Nigerians to renew their faith in God, be resilient and hope for better days ahead in the face of the current socioeconomic challenges facing their country, saying that the challenges confronting the nation are surmountable. He was speaking at the 2023 Christmas Carol on service of nine lessons held at the Arcade Ground Governor's Office in the state capital where he also called on them not to lose sight of the values that define them as a people, but to continue to love one another. The event attracted the presence of the former President, Olusegumu Basangio, the general overseer of the redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Inok Adeboye, and wife, former Governor Olusegumu Soba, former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sarafa Ishola, traditional rulers among other distinguished personalities. In communal cohesion and unity of purpose, give him their renewed hope. In a pursuit of progress and development, let us not lose sight of the values that define us as a people. Please note that the true measure of our success as a state is not only in an economic achievement, but also in a resolve to grow together as a people with a common destiny. I remain humble and proud and of course very grateful to be entrusted with your mandate again as your governor for another four years. I want to urge you to be perseverant, to be resilient and ultimately be fervent to your prayers. May this Christmas season be a time of renewal and redemption for all, all. I mean the spirit of love and unity that permeates these occasions cause you to eliminate our hearts, our state, and our dear country throughout the coming year.