Bishop Matthew Kukah, the prominent voice of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, made a fervent plea for decisive action in the face of escalating insecurity plaguing Nigeria's northern regions. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Channels Television, the Bishop echoed his concerns about the alarming connections between certain individuals and the notorious bandit groups wreaking havoc across the country.
With a measured yet resolute tone, Bishop Kukah lamented the apparent lack of rigorous interrogation by the Federal Government into those who claim close affiliations with these criminal networks. "It is clear that the Federal Government at the highest level knows what is going on," he asserted, alluding to the intelligence community's awareness of the intricate dynamics at play. He emphasized the urgency of identifying and scrutinizing individuals who boast insider knowledge of the bandits' activities, urging the government to take proactive measures to stem the tide of insecurity.
The Bishop's impassioned plea came on the heels of a moment of reprieve for Nigeria, as 137 schoolchildren abducted in Kaduna State were recently liberated from the clutches of their captors. While the nation breathed a collective sigh of relief at their safe return, Bishop Kukah remained acutely aware of the lingering trauma inflicted upon these innocent victims. Expressing deep concern for the psychological well-being of the abducted children, he underscored the imperative of addressing the root causes of such heinous crimes and preventing future atrocities.
In his call for greater collaboration between security agencies and individuals possessing vital intelligence, Bishop Kukah underscored the crucial role of collective effort in combating the scourge of insecurity. He reiterated the government's capacity to apprehend the perpetrators of these despicable acts, emphasizing the need for swift and decisive action to restore peace and stability to the embattled regions.
