‘Nobody is safe in Nigeria’: CAN Chairman issues urgent security warning

The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Niger State has issued a stark warning over the country’s worsening security crisis, declaring that “nobody is safe anymore” as attacks, kidnappings, and violence spread across the nation.

Speaking during a council meeting in Minna, the religious leader described the security situation as deeply alarming, noting that even security personnel have become vulnerable to attacks. He questioned the effectiveness of current security measures, saying the level of fear among citizens has reached an unprecedented high.

The chairman cited recurring violent incidents across Nigeria — including kidnappings, killings, and assaults on communities, farms, and marketplaces — which have disrupted normal life, particularly in rural areas. He lamented that many residents now live in constant fear, afraid to travel, work, or remain in their own homes.

He also pointed to travel advisories issued by some foreign governments warning their citizens against visiting parts of Nigeria, calling this an international reflection of the country’s deepening security challenges.

The CAN leader called on federal and state governments to take immediate and decisive action, urging stronger security operations, improved intelligence gathering, and faster threat response. He stressed the importance of collaboration between security agencies and local communities, noting that effective intelligence sharing is critical to preventing attacks.

While acknowledging the difficulties, he encouraged Nigerians to remain vigilant and united, emphasising that security is a collective responsibility. He called for sustained prayers and support for victims of violence, and warned that without urgent intervention, the situation could deteriorate further.