Catholic Bishops Demand End to Insecurity, Poverty
Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has called for an end to insecurity, poverty and what it described as bad governance, saying violence, poor infrastructure
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has called on the nation to eliminate insecurity, poverty, and poor governance. These issues, they say, are hindering the wellbeing of Nigerians. The bishops presented their views in a communiqué following their Second Plenary Meeting, held in Osun State from September 10 to 18, 2026.
The document, signed by the CBCN's President and Archbishop of Kaduna, and the Secretary and Bishop of Abeokuta Diocese, detailed their concerns and proposed measures for the upcoming 2027 general election. They emphasized that the worsening violence and attacks are hampering the country's progress and economy. While acknowledging the government's efforts to decentralise the police force to combat insecurity, the bishops urged for a more equitable deployment of resources.
They expressed deep concern over the ongoing violence, kidnappings, banditry, illegal mining, and the theft of natural resources, which threaten peace and unity. The bishops also condemned assaults on educational institutions and places of worship, as well as the abduction and murder of students and worshippers. They noted that the displacement of communities has resulted in millions of Nigerians living in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps.
The bishops called for intensified government efforts to ensure the country's security and the safe return of displaced persons to their homes. They urged for the strengthening of security forces, better intelligence gathering, and the prosecution of those responsible for criminal activities.
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