Christian leaders in Ondo State have expressed deep concern over worsening insecurity in Nigeria, warning political leaders against treating security challenges as political debates while citizens continue to suffer attacks and killings.
The concerns were raised in Akure during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Ondo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria Ecumenical Centre, a project facilitated by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
Founder of Agape Christian Ministries, Felix Adejumo, lamented the growing wave of violence and bloodshed across the country, saying many Nigerians now live in fear.
According to him, leaders must stop politicising insecurity and take urgent action to protect lives and property.
“The blood being shed in this nation is crying daily and they need to look at that and bring an end to the carnage we are seeing,” Adejumo said.
Also speaking, Jude Arogundade condemned what he described as the movement of armed fighters into Nigeria, warning that such actions pose serious threats to national sovereignty and security.
The bishop argued that anyone involved in facilitating the entry of violent groups into the country should be investigated and held accountable.
According to him, no serious nation would ignore allegations relating to the sponsorship or importation of armed elements accused of attacking communities.
Arogundade also lamented that many questions surrounding the sponsors and sources of insecurity in Nigeria remain unresolved despite years of killings and displacement.
While urging security agencies to intensify efforts against terrorism and banditry, he assured that religious leaders would continue supporting peace and security initiatives through prayers, advocacy, and community engagement.
“We are not sleeping. There are meetings and consultations going on every day. We must remain calm and continue to support efforts aimed at securing our communities and our country,” he said.
Meanwhile, Ondo State CAN Chairman, Anselm Ologunwa, commended Tunji-Ojo for supporting the acquisition of land and the construction of the proposed ecumenical centre in Akure.
According to Ologunwa, the minister purchased the 14-plot site after discovering that the Christian body lacked a permanent conference facility in the state.
