Pope Leo XIV once more condemns the deadly terrorist attacks in Nigeria and calls for the protection of lives

Pope Leo XIV has once more condemned the terrorist attacks in Nigeria, calling on authorities to safeguard lives in the face of escalating violence across the country.

Pope Leo XIV has conveyed his sadness regarding the recent assaults on communities in Nigeria, characterizing the events as profoundly concerning and lethal.

In a post on X on Sunday, the pontiff expressed his “sorrow and concern” upon receiving the news, highlighting that the violence resulted in “a heavy loss of life.”

He stated, “I express my prayerful closeness to all the victims of violence and terrorism,” as he united with Nigerians and the global community in mourning those impacted.

Pope Leo XIV urged Nigerian authorities to continue their efforts to safeguard citizens throughout the nation.

“I also trust that the responsible Authorities will persist in their efforts to guarantee the safety and protection of every citizen’s life,” he stated.

The message, accompanied by the hashtag PrayTogether, emerges in the context of persistent worries regarding insecurity and recurrent assaults on civilian populations in various regions of Nigeria.