The Digest:
The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Kukah, has denied recent media reports that he claimed Christians in Nigeria are not facing persecution. He described the reports as false and expressed surprise that the narrative continued to circulate despite his clear historical position on the issue.
Key Points:
- Earlier reports had quoted Kukah questioning persecution narratives by citing Christians' educational and economic influence.
- In his clarification, the bishop stated his November 28 address focused on the challenge of Christian unity and solidarity amid persecution.
- He emphasized that the "greatest challenge for Christians was unity," not the absence of persecution.
- Kukah stressed he has consistently spoken against the violence and bloodshed targeting Christians in the country.
- He called on the government and security agencies to urgently bring perpetrators to account.
- The bishop described the controversy as an "unnecessary distraction" during a critical time for the nation.
- He ended with a call for focus on peace, justice, and reconciliation, reaffirming his lifelong commitment to the struggle.
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Sources: PM News
