Security operatives, through intelligence gathering, has uncovered a new group, with foreign connection in Nigeria, though it has not been confirmed whether members of the group constitute danger to the nation’s security.
The group, known as ACHAD Life Mission International, is believed to have its headquarters in Kaduna with a man called Yokana, based in Jos, Plateau State capital, as thire leader.
A circular, with reference number, NIS/HQ/CG1/943/T/134, from the Nigerian Immigration Service said that members of the sect neither believe in Islam nor Christianity.
According to the circular, which was dated January 14, and signed for the Comptroller General by his Principal Staff Officer, A.A Arigbede, PhD, members of the sect preach the restoration of the African tradition and support to humanity.
Content of the circular, titled: EMERGENCE OF A NEW SECT NAMED ACHAD LIFE MISSION INTERNATIONAL is reproduced hereunder:
I am directed to inform you that the intelligence gathering by the Service reveals the emergence of a new sect called ACHAD Life Mission International.
The intelligence reports that the sect have their Headquarters in Kaduna, while its leader, one Mr. Yokana lives in Jos, Plateau State.
It is further notes that the sect neither believes in Islam nor Christianity, but preaches the restoration of the African tradition and support to humanity.
The intelligence further reveals that the sect have been canvassing for members, both within and outside Nigeria, and is possibly involved in human trafficking and child separation.
In light of the above, you are requested to stay vigilant and report immediately sign of the sect, and where possible arrest and revert accordingly.
This is for your information and strict compliance, please.
Copies of the circular were sent to all the directorates, all the zones, all the training institutions, all Commands and all border formation.