General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has made a passionate appeal for deeper international cooperation to tackle the rising tide of terrorism and violent extremism in Nigeria.
Speaking at the inaugural U.S.-Nigeria Faith Heroes Award Gala in Washington, D.C., the cleric warned that the country’s security challenges have escalated beyond the capacity of local institutions to handle alone….See More
Addressing a distinguished audience of policymakers, diplomats, and civil society leaders, Pastor Adeboye expressed deep concern over the spread of violence, which he described as no longer a distant threat but an immediate, personal reality. “Terrorism is now at my doorstep,” Pastor Adeboye stated during the event.
“The scale of the challenge has exceeded the capacity of local institutions acting alone. Let the U.S. and other Western nations deepen their support for Nigeria’s fight against terrorism.” The gala, organized by the Save Nigeria Group USA in partnership with the U.S.-Nigeria Civil Society Coalition, was held under the theme “Thank You, America. Please Do More.” The event served as a platform for religious and community leaders to highlight the growing insecurity across Nigeria and advocate for more robust international engagement.
Pastor Adeboye, who spoke following his leadership of the RCCG Annual Convention in Dallas, Texas, emphasized that the crisis has spread beyond specific regional flashpoints to become a national emergency.
He urged the international community to recognize the urgency of the situation and provide the necessary resources and collaboration required to restore peace and stability.
The event, attended by prominent figures including U.S. policymakers and Nigerian diaspora advocates, underscored the growing international focus on Nigeria’s security trajectory. As the country grapples with persistent violence, the call for a coordinated global response—led by influential figures like Pastor Adeboye highlights the critical need for new strategies to protect vulnerable communities and uphold national security…..See More
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