By David Torough, Abuja

The Future Platform, a Nigeria-based organization headquartered in the United States, has expressed deep concern over the increasing attacks and killings of Christians in various parts of Nigeria.

In a statement signed by its President, Mr.

Austine Dafe, the group condemned the ongoing violence and called on the Nigerian government to take decisive steps to ensure the safety of all citizens.

The organization cited recent incidents in Plateau, Benue, Kwara, Jigawa, Anambra, and Kaduna States, where Christian communities have come under repeated attacks, leading to loss of lives, destruction of properties, and displacement of families.

It described the situation as deeply troubling and urged authorities to act swiftly to bring perpetrators to justice.

“The government must address the root causes of these violent attacks and prioritize the protection of human life,” the statement said. “Every Nigerian, irrespective of religion, deserves to live in peace and worship freely without fear.”

The group further noted that the persistent killings have drawn international attention, with calls from the United States and Canada for urgent intervention to halt the violence.

The Future Platform appealed to Federal and State Governments, as well as religious and community leaders, to speak out against hate and intolerance while working together to promote peace, unity, and justice.

“This is a time for leadership and moral courage,” Mr. Dafe stated. “The killings must stop, and the lives of innocent Nigerians must be protected.”

By Laide Akinboade, Abuja

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, at the weekend confirmed suspected suicide of one Ik Ojo (male, 30) who was found hanging in his residence at Kagini, Dei-Dei area of the FCT.

This was contained in a statement issued by FCT Police command and signed by SP Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer,FCT Police Command,Abuja.

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She said the command  received a distress call on the 5th of August , 2025 reporting the suspected suicide of one Ik Ojo (male, 30).

The statement reads, “Responding promptly, police operatives from Dei-Dei Division visited the scene and evacuated the victim to Kubwa General Hospital, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor.

The body has since been deposited at the hospital mortuary for autopsy.

“The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. Further details will be communicated as the investigation progresses”.

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The Police Command in Ebonyi yesterday said it has arrested a total of 131 suspects for various crimes and rescued two kidnap victims.

The Commissioner of Police (CP), Adaku Uche-Anya, made the disclosure in Abakaliki when she briefed newsmen on the command’s achievements from July to mid-August.

Uche-Anya said that the suspects include 120 males and 11 females.

According to her, the suspects were arrested for alleged armed robbery, kidnapping, murder, and crisis instigation, among others.

The CP added that the command had also, on August 14, rescued two kidnapped students in Ikwo Local Government Area of the state.

“As you are aware, Ebonyi, being predominantly agrarian, often experiences recurring crises over land and boundary disputes during the farming season, arising from the struggle for arable land.

“In addressing these challenges, the command has deployed early warning mechanisms to promptly detect and contain brewing disputes.

“We have also adopted a non-kinetic approach, engaging robustly with relevant stakeholders to ensure that differences are settled through civil dialogue rather than violence.

“The command continues to closely monitor flashpoints with land and boundary issues and through this proactive strategy, we are recording encouraging results while remaining vigilant in ensuring the safety of our people.

“52 suspects have already been charged to court, while investigations are ongoing for the others who will soon be arraigned,” she said.

The CP said that the command had also recovered six vehicles, 15 assorted firearms, and 50 rounds of ammunition of various calibres, while also dislodging several criminal hideouts across the state.

She said that the kidnap victims were rescued unhurt, while three suspects, James Nweke, Oliver Nwali, and Nwojiji Onyebuchi, were arrested.

“Also the operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, acting on credible intelligence, stormed the hideout of hoodlums terrorising Umuogodo-Akpu Ngbo, Ohaukwu LGA.

“The operation led to the arrest of one Icha Chidiebere and the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, one Dakota vehicle, and a Lexus 330 SUV without a registration number,” she stated.

Uche-Anya appreciated the people of Ebonyi for their continuous support and cooperation with the police.

She assured that the command would remain resolute in its mandate to protect lives and property and to sustain the peace and security of the state.