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Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins of Lagos Catholic Archdiocese, Nigeria. Credit: Fr. Anthony Godonu/Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos/Nigeria

“Stem tide of fear and criminal activities”: Catholic Archbishop of Lagos to Nigerian Government in Christmas Message

Dec 25, 2025

Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos has urged the Nigerian government at all levels to take courageous and meaningful action to address insecurity and restore hope among citizens, warning against reliance on “empty platitudes” in the face of widespread fear and criminal violence.

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