Lokossa, 14 November, 2024 / 6:54 pm (ACI Africa).
Catholic Bishops in Benin are urging a unified response from the government, civil society, and the public to address rising social crises, including an alarming increase in suicide cases and other issues impacting the population.
The members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) who concluded their first Ordinary Session for the pastoral year 2024-2025 on Wednesday, November 13, have in a statement, called for immediate and coordinated action to protect human lives, especially among vulnerable groups.
“Many families continue to suffer under the weight of poverty, lacking even the most basic necessities. Cases of depression and suicide are on the rise, as are incidents of lifeless bodies found in certain areas,” CEB members lament.
They add, “Road accidents also occur frequently on our highways. In response to these alarming situations, our individual and collective responsibility is engaged.”
“We call on the government, Civil Society Organizations, Defense and Security Authorities, and all citizens to work together to protect lives, for every life is precious in the eyes of God,” Catholic Bishops in Benin say.
