Abuja: A United Kingdom based human rights organization has called for stronger and responsible international reporting on the growing insecurity in Nigeria, following the release of 38 abducted Christians who were taken during a church program in Kwara State.

Christian Solidarity Worldwide said the global community needs reliable information and increased awareness about the violence affecting faith communities and schools in parts of Nigeria. The group urged the media to avoid sensational coverage but also not ignore the real challenges faced by vulnerable citizens.

The 38 Christians, who belong to the Christ Apostolic Church denomination, were taken by armed men earlier this month while traveling for a church event. Security agencies, including the police and army, carried out a coordinated operation that led to their release. The kidnappers had demanded large ransom amounts before the rescue efforts began.

Although their release brought relief to families and church leaders, rights groups say the situation reflects a wider pattern of violence against civilians, especially in rural communities. Attacks targeting both schools and places of worship continue to rise in parts of northern and central Nigeria.

In the past week, more than 300 students and teachers were abducted from a Catholic school in Niger State, adding to concerns about the safety of children and educators. A few students managed to escape, but hundreds remain missing.

Some states have temporarily closed schools as a precaution. Religious leaders, civil society groups and international bodies have called on the Nigerian government to address the growing crisis with long term solutions rather than only reacting after each attack.

Christian Solidarity Worldwide said that media reporting must help the world understand the scale of the crisis without creating further tensions. The group emphasized that accurate reporting can support advocacy, humanitarian efforts and international pressure to protect communities affected by kidnapping and violence.

Families, church leaders and community members continue to hope that better security and stronger government action will prevent further abductions and restore a sense of safety.