The Obaro of Kabba and Chairman of the Kabba/Bunu Traditional Council, Oba Solomon Owoniyi, in collaboration with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, has ordered the suspension of all church activities in the area until further notice.
This directive follows a series of security breaches in the community, including recent attacks on churches and the recovery of a large cache of arms and ammunition by security operatives in the state.
A notice Obtained by Governance Today Online News, which was issued by the Coordinator of CAN in Kabba/Bunu LGA, Rev. Kayode Osatuyi, stated that the decision was reached during a meeting held at the monarch’s palace with traditional rulers and church leaders. The notice indicated that the closure of all church services was necessary due to credible security reports of attacks by bandits targeting churches.
Osatuyi urged all churches in the area to comply for public safety and called for continuous prayers for peace in Kabba/Bunu, adding that churches would be informed when it’s safe to resume activities.
The Kogi State Government recently announced the discovery of significant arms and ammunition from criminal hideouts following joint security operations across the state. The government has warned worship centers, particularly those on the outskirts, to reconsider holding services in vulnerable areas after several attacks.
Last month, a Cherubim and Seraphim Church was attacked, and another incident occurred at the Evangelical Church Winning All in Kiri, resulting in the deaths of two worshippers. During the latest incident, bandits reportedly attacked a church during Sunday service and abducted about 20 worshippers.
