The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) says it has received disturbing reports of delayed or withheld security responses to attacks in several predominantly Christian communities. In a statement on Tuesday, Nov. 25, the Catholic Bishops condemned the security situation in the country while addressing the “Christian genocide allegations, which the Nigerian government has repeatedly rejected. It is a matter of grave concern that several predominantly Christian communities, particularly in the Northern and middle belt regions of the country, have come under repeated and brutal attacks, resulting in heavy casualties and the tragic loss of many Christian lives, the statement reads. In some instances, there have been disturbing reports of delayed or withheld security responses, giving the impression of possible collusion or a lack of will to act. The near-total destruction and occupation of some communities, and the continued attacks on displaced persons even in camps, have deepened the peoples sense of abandonment and despair. Such prolonged unbearable conditions have given credence to allegations of genocide in some quarters. Yet, mindful of the sacred dignity and inestimable worth of every human life, we are equally deeply concerned that Muslims and many other innocent citizens of diverse ethnic backgrounds have also been victims of this same cruelty that continues to desecrate our common humanity. The bishops urged the government to investigate the reports of delayed or withheld security responses in the affected communities to rebuild public trust.The post Catholic bishops say delayed security response to attacks gives impression of collusion appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
