Accra , Dec. 26, GNA - A Deputy Minister for Information, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has assured people of North Tongu in the Volta Region and Ghanaians as a whole that the year 2012 will be a better year.

He called on all to work hard, walk in God's favour and keep their hearts sincere as they resolved to contribute meaningfully in making North Tongu, Ghana and humanity better.

This was contained in a Christmas and New Year message posted on his website.

The Deputy Minister, who is also a parliamentary aspirant for the North Tongu Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), wished Ghanaians a Merry Christmas and a 2012 full of God's blessings and protection.

"In the spirit of Christmas let us remember that just as God loved the world so much that he gave us his only begotten son so should we love one another especially those in need, dejected and frustrated. It is only when we extend a hand of help and spread love to others