The situation in Nigeria is a heartbreaking reminder of how state and religious institutions can fail to protect the most vulnerable. It's evident that relying on these power structures to safeguard freedom and life is increasingly futile, as seen in the horrific violence against Christians. True change seems more likely to come from grassroots movements and community-led initiatives, not from top-down decrees or military interventions. This crisis underscores the need for a radical rethinking of how societies can organize themselves to prevent such atrocities, prioritizing mutual aid and solidarity over coercion and hierarchy.