CAN Calls for State of Emergency on Insecurity in Nigeria

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the South West region has expressed deep concern over the escalating insecurity in the area, urging the federal government to declare a state of emergency. In a statement issued by Bishop Barnaba Akin Akinsanya, the group highlighted the alarming increase in kidnappings, banditry, and violent crimes across states such as Oyo, Ekiti, Ondo, and Lagos.

The statement, made available to correspondents in Akure, Ondo State, emphasized the profound anguish and fear these incidents have caused among citizens. The association condemned the criminal acts and sympathized with victims and their families.

They called for the federal government to review and strengthen the nation's security architecture, ensuring that security agencies are adequately equipped with modern surveillance technology and intelligence systems. Furthermore, the group urged South West governors to collaborate on enhancing regional security and to explore community-based intelligence gathering to improve surveillance and operational effectiveness against the growing security threats.