Amid growing international attention on Nigeria’s security situation, President Bola Tinubu has officially denied allegations of genocide against Christians or Muslims in the country. He emphasized that the ongoing insecurity is driven by terrorism, criminality, and extremism, not faith-based persecution.
Speaking at a NASFAT conference in Abuja, President Tinubu clarified that:
There is no deliberate attempt to exterminate any religious group in Nigeria.
Both Christians and Muslims have suffered from attacks, but these are symptoms of broader criminal and extremist activity.
Claims of genocide are false and divisive, potentially harming national unity. dailyreport.ng
The president made the remarks amid international scrutiny, particularly following statements from some foreign leaders and U.S. lawmakers alleging targeted violence against Christians in Nigeria.
Tinubu stressed that terrorism and criminality affect all Nigerians regardless of faith, and labeling it as genocide misrepresents the situation. okaynews.com
The clarification aims to counter misinformation and reinforce the government’s commitment to religious freedom and national unity.
It underscores Nigeria’s broader challenge: combating extremist and criminal networks while ensuring the safety of all citizens. tori.ng
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