Pope Francis Voices Concern Over Rising Abduction Cases in Nigeria

Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church worldwide, has voiced his concern over the escalating cases of abductions in Nigeria. In a statement posted on his X account on Sunday, the Pope expressed deep worry about the frequency of kidnappings occurring in the country.

He wrote, “The increasingly frequent kidnappings in Nigeria are extremely concerning.” The Pope extended his solidarity and support to the Nigerian people during this challenging time, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts to address and mitigate the spread of such incidents.

As the Catholic Church plays a significant role in advocating for peace and justice globally, Pope Francis’ statement underscores the gravity of the abduction crisis in Nigeria and the urgent need for concerted action to safeguard the security and well-being of all citizens. Through prayer and solidarity, the Pope hopes for effective measures to be taken to combat and prevent further occurrences of abductions in the country.