Valentine’s: Youth group cautions against immorality

The National Chairman of Christian Association of Nigeria (Youth Wing- YOWICAN), Belusochukwu Enwere, has urged Nigerian youths to reunite the country during the Valentine Day celebration, rather than indulging in immorality and vices.

He said that the youths should ‘celebrate with sense’, warning that Valentine’s day celebration should not be turned into a mere money-making venture with those in the entertainment and sundry businesses smiling all the way to the bank.

He made the call on Saturday night in a statement to herald the forthcoming celebration of Saint Valentine on Sunday February 14 2021.

He also advised youths to observe the COVID-19 protocols in line with the directive of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 and Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).

He said, “We must eschew ethnic segregation and bitterness and embrace one another. The true essence of Valentine’s Day is true love, not for immorality and other social vices.

“It is supposed to be a day when lovers and married couples, reaffirm their love and genuine affection for one another. It is not only for married couples; singles also partake in the celebration by spreading what is called agape love.

“Our youths should shun bad practices, immorality and other social vices that could demean human integrity. Valentine’s Day should teach us about sacrifice. It is about nurturing our families and promoting the spirit of giving, sharing and sacrificing.

“Valentine has come to be known as the patron saint of lovers. In the secular world, Valentine’s day is associated with romantic love.”

He said that in 18th century England, it evolved into an occasion in which lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering, confectionery and sending greeting cards.

He said, “These days, unfortunately, valentine’s day has been turned into a money-making celebration with those in the entertainment and sundry businesses smiling all the way to the bank.”