…Urges FG to Transfer Past Rhetoric
By Femi Bolaji
JALINGO — The Christian Reformed Church-Nigeria (CRC-N) has warned that closing colleges amid ongoing terrorist and bandit assaults throughout communities poses a critical setback to Nigeria’s nationwide growth.
The Church stated the Federal Authorities should transcend making statements and take decisive motion by confronting criminals of their enclaves.
This place was contained in a communiqué issued on the finish of the 161st Synod of CRC-N, signed by its President, Rev. Dr. Isaiah Jirapye Magaji, and Normal Secretary, Rev. Joseph Agbu Ahmadu Garba.
The communiqué reads partially:
“The Synod laments that colleges have more and more turn out to be tender targets for terrorists and bandits, forcing many boarding colleges to close down — a tragic setback to nationwide progress.
“It subsequently calls on the Federal Authorities to maneuver past rhetoric and reveal real dedication via decisive and tangible actions to guard all residents.”
The Synod additionally urged the federal government to accentuate efforts towards terrorism, banditry, and violent extremism to make sure Nigeria turns into a protected nation for all, no matter religion or background.
Whereas acknowledging the efforts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration in lowering the frequency of assaults nationwide, the Church expressed concern over latest incidents and the disposition of some authorities officers towards the safety state of affairs.
In keeping with the communiqué:
“CRC-N expresses deep concern that, moderately than coming collectively to deal with worsening insecurity, some prime authorities officers seem unwilling to confront the fact on the bottom and are as a substitute taking part in politics with the difficulty.”
The Church additionally faulted statements made by sure public figures, together with Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, which it described as being perceived as sympathetic to bandits, noting that no investigation or warning has been issued by related authorities.
CRC-N additional condemned the latest bandit assaults on Tiv communities in Takum Native Authorities Space of Taraba State and recommended Governor Agbu Kefas for promptly mobilizing the Military to guard the distressed communities.
The Church additionally welcomed ongoing collaboration between the Nigerian and American governments geared toward stamping out terrorism and different legal actions.
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