# Nigerian Christian leaders address security and unity > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-christian-leaders-address-security-and-unity > Updated: 2026-08-31T13:42:19.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Christian religious leaders in Nigeria have been convening to address regional security, social unity, and the relationship between the church and the state. In Taraba State, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) held a ministers’ conference in Jalingo. Leaders addressed economic and security challenges, calling for peace and the rejection of tribalism. The group issued a communique linking a lack of development to violent conflicts and encouraged the use of internal religious dispute resolution methods. In Niger State, religious organizations have focused on organizational unity and protection. The Northern Christian Religious Assembly (NOCRELA) was inaugurated in Minna, with its president stating the group aims to complement CAN. Meanwhile, the Niger State chapter of CAN has called for a permanent security presence at worship centers following the abduction of worshippers in the Borgu Local Government Area. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Christian leaders in Niger State call for unity and improved security Christian leaders in Niger State, Nigeria, are calling for religious unity under the Christian Association of Nigeria and increased security at places of worship following recent abductions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/christian-leaders-in-niger-state-call-for-unity-and-improved-security ### 2026-08-22: Christian Association of Nigeria holds ministers' conference in Taraba The Christian Association of Nigeria held a ministers' conference in Taraba State, calling for peace and unity to combat violence and regional underdevelopment. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/christian-association-of-nigeria-holds-ministers-conference-in-taraba --- Cite as: Nigerian Christian leaders address security and unity. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nigerian-christian-leaders-address-security-and-unity