The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) and the Northern chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have issued strong condemnations over a series of violent attacks across the country. In statements released on November 19, 2025, both groups highlighted recent kidnappings, killings, and abductions targeting civilians, schools, churches, and military personnel. They urged the government to take immediate action to enhance security and protect citizens.
On November 19, 2025, the Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) raised an alarm over escalating violent attacks in Nigeria. In a statement by Executive Chairman Disu Kamor, MPAC detailed incidents within the past week, including the killing of a Nigerian Army Brigadier-General by ISWAP insurgents in the North-East, specifically Borno State. Another incident involved the abduction of 25 schoolgirls from a secondary school in Kebbi State, where the Vice Principal was killed while attempting to protect the students.
MPAC also cited an attack on a Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku, Kwara State, resulting in worshippers killed and several congregants abducted. Further violence struck communities in Patigi, Kwara State, leaving a police officer and a vigilante dead, with two traditional chiefs kidnapped. An APC chieftain was killed and his family abducted by armed assailants. Earlier, in Zamfara State, bandits abducted 30 villagers from Zamfarawa in Zugu District, Bukkuyum Local Government Area, on October 7, 2025. On October 18, 73 more people were kidnapped from Buzugu and Rayau villages in the same area, contributing to over 145 missing individuals, including students and worshippers.
"These incidents show that criminals and terrorists are becoming increasingly brazen, attacking schools, places of worship, communities, and even high-ranking military officers with impunity," MPAC stated. The group emphasized that each life lost represents "a family shattered, a community destabilised, and a nation traumatised." MPAC called for intensified rescue efforts, stronger protection for schools and worship places, enhanced military intelligence, recognition of traditional rulers as security partners, and integration of vigilante groups.
In a parallel statement, the Northern chapter of CAN, led by Chairman Reverend Joseph John Hayab, condemned the same attacks in Kwara, Borno, and Kebbi. Hayab expressed solidarity with victims, praying for comfort, healing, and safe returns. He commended the armed forces but warned of deliberate destabilization efforts, urging new security chiefs to intensify operations and the federal government to secure vulnerable areas. Both organizations stressed that protecting citizens must be the government's highest priority and called for collaboration to prevent further tragedies.