The League of Civil Society Organizations in Kano State says it is deeply shocked and alarmed by the latest wave of terror attacks, mass kidnappings, and killings across Nigeria.
The groups warn that the security situation is slipping out of control and that these attacks threaten the country’s democracy and basic human rights.
The statement recalls that the crisis worsened after ISWAP fighters ambushed security operatives in Damboa, Borno State, and killed Brigadier General Musa Uba.
CSOs raise alarm over attacks on soldiers, schools, worship centres
The groups say this attack “directly challenged Nigeria’s sovereignty” and emboldened extremists.
Soon after, 25 schoolgirls were abducted from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School in Maga, Kebbi State.
Bandits also attacked a church in Eruku, Kwara State, killing two worshippers and abducting 38.
The violence continued in Niger State, where more than 300 students and staff were kidnapped from St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School in Papiri.
Schools shut, fear rising
Because of the repeated attacks, the government closed 47 Unity Schools across the North, and several states shut down all boarding schools.
The League says this shows that the state can no longer guarantee children’s safety, which it describes as “a serious failure for any democracy.”
The organizations warn that rising insecurity could spark public unrest and further weaken trust in government.
They point to failures in intelligence gathering, slow responses to attacks, and poor prevention strategies.
They call on the federal and state governments to urgently overhaul the national security system, strengthen intelligence, deploy joint security teams to vulnerable areas, fully implement the Safe Schools Initiative, and support community security groups like vigilantes and CJTF — under proper supervision.
They also urge better border control, clear government communication, victim support, and strict prosecution of terrorists and bandits.
CSOs appeal to national leaders
The League calls on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Assembly, governors, traditional rulers, and security agencies to show “political will and unity of purpose” to confront the crisis.
It warns that Nigeria cannot continue on a path where children are unsafe, schools are shut, worship centres are attacked, and soldiers face increasing danger.
The groups say they stand with affected families, the military, and all communities hit by violence, and pledge to work with authorities to find lasting solutions.
They warn that Nigeria must act quickly to prevent further tragedies and protect its democratic foundation.
