By Stella Enenche, Abuja
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Directorate of Education, Youth, and Women has called on the federal government to intensify efforts in securing the release of the remaining Chibok girls still held hostage after 10 years.
The call was contained in a statement signed by CAN’s National Director for Education, Youth and Women Development, Dean Revd.Ozumba Nicodemus, on Saturday.
CAN said, the case of the Chibok girls is one that cannot be swept under the carpet, saying it represents a horrific tragedy that has left an indelible mark on the nation’s conscience.
” The trauma experienced by the 276 abducted girls from Nigeria is unimaginable. The pain and anguish felt by their parents, who have endured sleepless nights filled with hopelessness, are deeply felt by CAN. We cannot remain silent while their children remain in captivity, yearning for freedom and reunion with their families’, CAN said.
It, therefore, called on the government to intensify efforts and take decisive action to rescue the remaining children still held hostage, stressing that It is duty of the nation to ensure their safe return, to end the anguish and suffering endured by the innocent young girls and their families.
“We call on the government to mobilize all available resources, engage relevant security agencies, and collaborate with international partners to secure the release of the remaining Chibok girls without delay. This is not only a matter of national importance but also a test of our commitment to upholding the rights and safety of our citizens, particularly the most vulnerable among us,”.
The Christian body furthermore implore the international community, humanitarian organizations, and well-meaning individuals to join hands in advocating for the release of the Chibok girls.
“Together, we can amplify our voices and exert greater pressure on the abductors to bring an end to this prolonged ordeal”, it said
CAN said, it remains resolute in its commitment to seeking justice and ensuring the safe return of the Chibok girls.
“We will continue to engage with relevant stakeholders and utilize all available avenues to shed light on their plight and secure their release.
“We urge all Nigerians to stand united, to lend their voices, and to demand immediate action from the government. Let us show our unwavering support for the families of the Chibok girls and demonstrate our collective determination to bring them back home to reunite with their families.
“May our prayers, actions, and unwavering advocacy bring hope and hasten the day when the Chibok girls will be reunited with their families, free from the chains of captivity,” the Christian body stated.
