Bishop Adesanya-Davies Raises Alarm Over Southern Kaduna Insecurity
…Urges Urgent National Response
Bishop Professor Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies has called for urgent intervention to address the persistent insecurity in Southern Kaduna, describing the situation as a national emergency that requires immediate action from all levels of government and relevant stakeholders.
In a statement titled “Nigeria, We Hail Thee: Kaduna Needs Help!!!”, the former presidential candidate expressed deep concern over reports of continued attacks, kidnappings and displacement affecting communities in Kajuru, Kachia, Chikun and other parts of Southern Kaduna.
While noting that some of the accounts circulating on social media remain allegations that require independent verification, Adesanya-Davies said there is overwhelming evidence that many communities have endured years of violent attacks and insecurity.
She stressed that no Nigerian should be forced to live in fear or be denied the constitutional right to safety, insisting that the security and welfare of citizens remain the primary responsibility of government.
According to her, the prolonged insecurity has triggered severe humanitarian consequences, including mass displacement, disruption of farming activities, closure of schools, deterioration of healthcare services, worsening poverty and psychological trauma among affected residents.
Adesanya-Davies also expressed concern over reports that some churches have been unable to hold regular worship services because of insecurity, adding that every Nigerian, regardless of religious affiliation, must be guaranteed the constitutional right to worship freely and safely.
Describing the crisis as one that extends beyond Southern Kaduna, she said attacks on any community threaten Nigeria’s unity and collective humanity.
The cleric urged the Federal Government, Kaduna State Government, security agencies, the National Assembly, the National Human Rights Commission, religious leaders, traditional rulers and civil society organisations to intensify efforts to restore peace, protect vulnerable communities, rescue victims, prosecute criminal elements and rebuild public confidence.
She further called for expanded humanitarian assistance, trauma counselling, rehabilitation of schools and healthcare facilities, support for displaced persons, and greater investment in community policing and intelligence gathering.
Adesanya-Davies also appealed to Nigerians to reject ethnic and religious hatred, warning against stereotyping entire communities for the actions of criminal elements.
Expressing optimism that lasting peace remains achievable, she said Nigeria could overcome the security challenges through justice, accountability, determined leadership and cooperation among all stakeholders.
She concluded by praying for bereaved families, affected communities and security personnel, while urging authorities to take swift action to restore peace across Southern Kaduna and other troubled parts of the country.
