The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has appealed to the Federal Government, urging intensified efforts to rescue the remaining Chibok girls who were abducted by the Boko Haram terrorist group 10 years ago, News About Nigeria reports.
In a statement released on Saturday and signed by its National Director for Education, Youth, and Women Development, Rev Ozumba Nicodemus, CAN expressed deep empathy for the parents of the abducted girls, stressing that their plight is not just a national issue but a testament to the government’s commitment to safeguarding the rights and safety of Nigerian citizens.
April 14, 2024, will mark ten years since the abduction of 276 girls from the Government Girls Secondary School in Chibok, Borno State, during the tenure of former President Goodluck Jonathan.
Despite some girls escaping or being rescued over the years, a significant number remain missing.
CAN urged the FG not to overlook the Chibok girls’ case, describing it as a horrific tragedy that has left an enduring mark on the nation’s conscience.
The association stressed the unimaginable trauma experienced by the abducted girls and the profound anguish felt by their parents.
CAN urged the government to mobilise resources and collaborate with international partners to achieve this goal.
Rev. Nicodemus implored the international community, humanitarian organisations, and individuals to join CAN in advocating for the release of the girls.
He said there is the need for collective action to amplify voices and exert pressure on the abductors to end the prolonged ordeal.
CAN said it will continue to engage with relevant stakeholders and utilise all available avenues to shed light on the girls’ plight and secure their release.
The association called on Nigerians to show unwavering support for the families of the Chibok girls and demonstrate collective determination to bring them back home.
CAN called for justice and compassion, urging concerted efforts to ensure the safe return and reunion of the remaining Chibok girls with their families.
