By Francis Onoiribholo / Bureau Chief Benin
The Nigerian Christian Graduate Fellowship (NCGF), Benin chapter, has condemned the killing of one of its members in Bauchi, Pastor Blessing Osakpolor, by some Islamic fundamentalists.
The fellowship in a statement signed by its President, Mrs. Uche Chiejina, and Secretary, Jide Abiodun, said the murder was barbaric, vexatious and unacceptable to the Christian community.
The group expressed anger over what it termed ‘‘a well-planned Islamization agenda’’ by some religious fanatics in Northern Nigeria, which has resulted in the murder of thousands of Christians and destruction of churches in that part of the country.
While calling on religious groups in the country to imbibe the spirit of tolerance and respect for the sanctity of life , the Nigeria Christian Fellowship charged security agencies and governments at all levels in Nigeria to live up to expectation in the protection of lives and properties in all parts of the country.
It warned that the patience of Nigeria Christians should not be taken for granted by those who now take delight in attacking Christians and destroying worship centres.
The body enjoined believers to be more prayerful, be supportive of missionary activities and to resist the obvious annihilation of Christianity in Northern Nigeria, stressing that holiness and righteousness should not be compromised for any material again. ItBcalled on the fellowship members to support the widow and children ofVthe slain member and uphold them in prayers. Pastor Blessing Osakpolor was a missionary and former secretary of the Bauchi chapter of the Nigeria Christian Graduate Fellowship.
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