CHRISTIAN ELDERS CALL FOR ACCOUNTABLE LEADERSHIP AFTER KAJURU ABDUCTION
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By: Fasasi Hammad
The Chairman of the Northern States Christian Elders Forum (NOSCEF), Elder Sunday Oibe, has described the abduction of over 170 worshippers in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, as a shocking development, especially at a time when residents had hoped that lasting peace had returned to the state.
Reacting to the incident, which reportedly occurred on Sunday, Oibe said the abduction had deeply unsettled Christians and residents across Northern Nigeria.
“The abduction of over 170 worshippers in Kurmin Wali came as a rude shock, particularly at a time when we believed that the desired peace had finally returned to Kaduna State,” he said.
Oibe called on Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, to remain resolute and committed until all the abducted victims are safely reunited with their families. “We urge the pragmatic and hardworking Governor of Kaduna State never to relent until the last victim is brought home safely,” he added.
While condemning the abduction, the NOSCEF chairman also criticized the initial denial of the incident by the Kaduna State Commissioner of Police and the Chairman of Kajuru Local Government Council, describing their response as regrettable and avoidable.
“The earlier and unfortunate denial by the Commissioner of Police and the local government chairman is deeply regrettable. Leaders entrusted with responsibility must exercise caution in their statements when incidents of this magnitude occur,” he cautioned.
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Oibe emphasized that responsible communication by leaders is essential to restoring public confidence and supporting ongoing security efforts. “As we seek the restoration of peace and safety in Kaduna State, all those in leadership positions must act responsibly to genuinely support the efforts of Governor Uba Sani, whose administration has changed the governance narrative by treating people with dignity,” he said.
He further called on the Federal Government, under President Bola Tinubu, to support Kaduna State in its efforts to restore security across the state.
“As we continue to pray for the safe return of the abducted individuals, we urge the Federal Government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to assist Governor Uba Sani in ensuring lasting safety for Kaduna State,” Oibe added.
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