Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has described the recent attack on the Redeemed Christian Church of God (Champion Zonal Headquarters), along the Federal College of Education (FCE) road in Kontagora, as mindless and cowardly Act.
The governor said the barbaric act committed by hoodlums in the early hours of Saturday, which resulted in the burning and looting of the church, is not only an attack on the Christian community, but also a direct affront to the peace and unity in Niger State.
“We totally condemn this act and tell our Christian brothers and sisters, as well as other Niger State inhabitants, that the government prioritizes their safety, security, and freedom of religion. Our state utilizes its diversity and the peaceful coexistence of all religious and ethnic groups. We will not condone this stupid act of violence.”
The Governor therefore requested that all relevant security agencies conduct an immediate and complete inquiry into this occurrence.
*We are convinced that the perpetrators of this horrible incident will be quickly discovered and prosecuted.
He promised his administration will see that those involved are punished to the fullest extent of the law.
“We urge the people of Kontagora and Niger State to be calm and refrain from revenge or violence.
Governor Umar Bago advised the people to continue to collaborate and coexist in order to preserve the peace and togetherness that define the magnificent nation.
He promised that the government will continue to take all necessary precautions to protect all houses of worship and prevent such a regrettable occurrence.
Governor Bago urged all citizens to be watchful and report any suspicious activity to authorities.
He said “together, we can avoid further occurrences of such heinous atrocities and maintain the tranquility that we all seek.”
“We support the members of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and the broader Christian community during this terrible time, the governor said.
