As Easter celebrations unfold, the Catholic Bishop of Oyo calls on leaders to prioritize lives over politics amid ongoing security crises.
The Catholic Bishop of Oyo Diocese, Most Rev. Emmanuel Badejo, has condemned Nigeria’s worsening security situation, calling for decisive action against terrorists and kidnappers. In an interview with NAN in Ibadan, Badejo described the current crisis as “evil” and criticised leaders for holding rallies and conventions while citizens continue to be slaughtered.
He referenced John 10:10, saying Easter celebrates life, not death, and urged that the safety of Nigerian lives should be the ultimate Easter wish. Badejo lamented the government’s seeming ease in arresting protesters and minor offenders, while failing to tackle terrorists, kidnappers, and murderers.
“Jesus has not risen in the lives of leaders who watch while avoidable death is inflicted on innocent citizens,” he said, stressing that impunity and inaction are intolerable. He called on President Bola Tinubu to act urgently or empower citizens to defend themselves.
Despite the grim message, the bishop encouraged Christians to remain steadfast in faith, prayer, and unity, trusting that God will confound the foes of peace.
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