The Affiliation of Papal Knights and Medalists in Nigeria (APKMN) has expressed shock and deep unhappiness over the current violent assaults on Christians in elements of the nation, describing the incidents as a grim reflection of worsening insecurity.
In an announcement issued by its Nationwide President, Steve Adehi, SAN, on Wednesday, the affiliation decried the killings that occurred on Palm Sunday in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, Plateau State, in addition to the Easter Sunday assaults on two church buildings in Ariko, Kachia Native Authorities Space of Kaduna State, and St. Ignatius Catholic Church Ayar Gwer in Benue state.
The assertion mentioned: “The Affiliation of Papal Knights and Medalists in Nigeria is shocked and deeply saddened by the current violent assaults on Christians on Palm Sunday in Angwan Rukuba, Jos, Plateau State, and likewise condemned the Easter Sunday assault on two church buildings in Ariko, Kachia Native Authorities Space of Kaduna State and St. Ignatius Catholic Church Ayar Gwer in Benue State describing the incidents as a tragic reminder of the worsening insecurity within the nation. “
The affiliation strongly condemned the assaults and prolonged condolences to the bereaved households and affected communities.
“We strongly condemn these acts of violence and supply our heartfelt condolences to the households of the victims and the affected communities. We pray for the repose of the souls of the deceased and luxury for individuals who misplaced family members,” it acknowledged.
APKMN known as on related authorities to behave swiftly in addressing the scenario, urging safety companies to make sure that these accountable are delivered to justice.
“We urge the authorities to take quick and decisive motion to convey the perpetrators to justice and guarantee peace is restored to the area. We additionally name on all Nigerians to reject violence and work in the direction of selling unity, understanding, and peaceable coexistence,” the assertion added.
The group additional expressed solidarity with communities affected by the assaults throughout the nation.
“As folks of religion, we stand in solidarity with the folks of Plateau, Kaduna and Benue States and all different states presently experiencing violent and mindless assaults and killings,” it mentioned.
The affiliation additionally urged the federal government to transcend mere rhetoric in addressing insecurity.
“We urge Authorities to maneuver past rhetorics and convey the perpetrators of this dastardly act to Justice,” the assertion emphasised.
APKMN alsocalled for divine intervention and peace within the nation.
“We pray for an finish to such atrocities and for God to bless Nigeria with peace,” the Catholic group added.