Christian youths under the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately dismiss the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, citing poor coordination and inefficiency in addressing the nation’s worsening insecurity.
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The appeal was contained in a statement released on Wednesday by the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), and jointly signed by its leaders, Bako Elijah and Sunday Aimu.
The Christian group said Nigeria’s worsening security situation has exposed “deep systemic failures” in the country’s national security framework.
“The bitter truth is that the current wave of insecurity reveals deep weaknesses in our national security architecture,” the statement read. “While many officers serve with patriotism, others have been compromised, undermining national cohesion and public trust.”
The Christian youths condemned alleged complicity between some government officials, clerics, and terrorist groups, urging the federal government to expose and prosecute the sponsors of insecurity across the country.
They also expressed concern over the growing trend of hate preaching and religious incitement, warning that unchecked inflammatory sermons could further destabilize the nation.
“Religion should unite not divide our people. Clerics and traditional rulers who exploit faith platforms to promote hate or violence must be held accountable,” the statement added.
The group demanded the immediate replacement of the NSA with a “competent, nonpartisan, and nationally trusted professional,” while also calling for inclusive governance that reflects Nigeria’s religious and regional diversity.
“Mr President, the time for decisive leadership is now. Nigerians are yearning for safety, justice, and trust in governance. Speaking the truth is our patriotic duty to strengthen Nigeria,” the statement concluded.
Their call comes amid renewed global attention on Nigeria’s security crisis, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and his threat of possible military action over alleged killings of Christians in the country.
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