Pope Francis expresses readiness to help Nigeria tackle insecurity

Supreme Pontiff, Pope Francis has assured the Federal Government of his readiness to help the country end the lingering security crisis. The Holy Father gave the assurance when he received a letter of credence from the Nigerian Ambassador to the Holy See, Ambassador Paul Oga Adikwu, adding that he would endeavour to ensure that security crisis rocking Nigeria comes to an end. He commended the effort put so far in the fight against insecurity by the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari. According to the statement from Vatican City, “The Holy Father, Pope Francis, expressed readiness to collaborate with Nigeria to overcome the security challenges currently witnessed in the sub-Saharan region. Francis appreciates the effort of President Muhammadu Buhari administration to combat security challenges witnessed in some parts of the country. “The Holy Father said the problem is not just a Nigerian problem, but a global one, saying he will personally be involved in praying for Nigeria to overcome the situation,” Vatican City said. • Source: www.ekohotblog.com