Asmara — His Holiness Abune Dioskoros, Patriarch of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church, yesterday gave benediction in connection with Geez Christmas.

In his benediction, the Patriarch expressed good wish to citizens inside the country and abroad, including members of the Defense Force engaged in safeguarding the nation's sovereignty and undertaking development activities.

His holiness Abune Dioskoros wished the faithful Merry Geez Christmas. He further wished the farming community good harvest and called on nationals to extend a helping hand to the needy.