Pupils, communities need effective protection from terrorists – Anglican women tell Nigerian government

The Federal government has been advised to protect Nigerian communities and educational institutions from being invaded by Boko Haram and other terror groups.

The advice came from the 15th Biennial Mother’s Union Conference of the Church of Nigeria, Diocese of Umuahia,  Anglican Communion held at Ubakala, Umuahia.

The President, Women Ministry of the Anglican Diocese of Umuahia, Gospel Ogechi Geo-Ibeabuchi in her address, warned that many families were being displaced, while communities and pupils were being attacked by terrorists in different States of the federation.

Geo-Ibeabuchi challenged the federal government “to prove the effectiveness of its security policies by ensuring that no community or school is again overrun by bandits”.

According to her, recent security incidents reported in parts of Northern Nigeria, the South West and sections of the South East underscore the importance of strengthening intelligence gathering, improving collaboration among security agencies and adopting proactive measures capable of preventing further escalation.

She also urged the Abia State government and security agencies  not to overlook security concerns in communities around Umuahia, including Amakama, Ohiya and Lodu, emphasising that early intervention and sustained vigilance remain critical to safeguarding residents and maintaining peace.

She said many Nigerians were grappling with economic hardship, hunger and uncertainty, adding that government at all levels “should remain attentive to the concerns of ordinary citizens”.