Insecurity: Niger CAN Wants Security Beefed Up In All Places Of Worship
Laleye Dipo in Minna Following the abduction of yet unknown number of worshippers at a mosque in Dekira town in the Borgu emirate of Niger state the Christian Association of
Insecurity concerns have been voiced by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State following the abduction of worshippers at a mosque in Dekira town within the Borgu emirate. The CAN chairman, Most Reverend Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, called for enhanced security measures in all places of worship across the state, particularly during Jummat and Sunday services.
Yohanna emphasized that attacks on places of worship, regardless of religion, are an affront to the sanctity of such locations and pose a threat to the wider community. He also expressed solidarity with the victims and their families, acknowledging the grief of the affected Muslim communities.
Bishop Yohanna, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, strongly condemned the abduction of hundreds of Muslim worshippers during Juma’at prayers. He highlighted that Christians across the state have intensified their prayers for the safe return of the abducted worshippers, and he urged everyone to join in these prayers for the safe return of the abductees and for divine assistance to the security agencies.
The bishop also commended the efforts of the Federal and State Governments, as well as security agencies, but urged them to intensify their efforts to secure the release of those abducted.
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