Christian leaders, faithful and residents march through Alausa, calling for an end to insecurity and the protection of schoolchildren
The Lagos State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Monday staged a peaceful road walk to draw national attention to the worsening security situation in the country and advocate for lasting peace and safety.
The exercise, led by the Lagos CAN Chairman, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, saw clergymen, Christian faithful and concerned residents march through major roads in Alausa, Ikeja, carrying placards with messages urging authorities to strengthen security and protect Nigerians.
Some of the placards displayed inscriptions including, “Pray for Nigeria,” “No to School Children Abduction,” and “Release the Oyo School Children Now!”, reflecting growing concerns over insecurity and attacks on vulnerable citizens.
The peace walk commenced from the Chapel of Christ the Light in Alausa and concluded at the same venue, with participants using the exercise to promote unity, peaceful coexistence and national development.
Security operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) were deployed to monitor the event and ensure the procession remained peaceful and orderly throughout the exercise.
The organisers said the walk was part of ongoing efforts by the Christian community to encourage prayers for the nation while calling on government and security agencies to intensify efforts toward tackling insecurity and safeguarding the lives of Nigerians.The Lagos State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) on Monday staged a peaceful road walk to draw national attention to the worsening security situation in the country and advocate for lasting peace and safety.
The exercise, led by the Lagos CAN Chairman, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, saw clergymen, Christian faithful and concerned residents march through major roads in Alausa, Ikeja, carrying placards with messages urging authorities to strengthen security and protect Nigerians.
Some of the placards displayed inscriptions including, “Pray for Nigeria,” “No to School Children Abduction,” and “Release the Oyo School Children Now!”, reflecting growing concerns over insecurity and attacks on vulnerable citizens.
The peace walk commenced from the Chapel of Christ the Light in Alausa and concluded at the same venue, with participants using the exercise to promote unity, peaceful coexistence and national development.
Security operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) were deployed to monitor the event and ensure the procession remained peaceful and orderly throughout the exercise.
The organisers said the walk was part of ongoing efforts by the Christian community to encourage prayers for the nation while calling on government and security agencies to intensify efforts toward tackling insecurity and safeguarding the lives of Nigerians.