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The Digest:

The Federal Government has firmly rejected international allegations that terrorists are systematically targeting Christians in Nigeria, describing such claims as baseless propaganda that dangerously oversimplifies the country's complex security landscape. Information Minister Mohammed Idris emphasized that extremists attack Nigerians of all faiths, citing military successes and inclusive leadership appointments as evidence against religious targeting.

  • FG dismisses claims of systematic genocide against Christians as "false and divisive"
  • Information Minister Mohammed Idris says terrorists target all Nigerians regardless of faith
  • Security forces killed 13,543 terrorists between May 2023 and February 2025
  • Nearly 10,000 hostages rescued nationwide in counter-terrorism operations
  • Over 700 Boko Haram convictions secured through seven prosecution batches
  • Government highlights Christian leadership of armed forces and police as evidence of inclusivity
  • International commentators urged to avoid sensationalism and support counter-terror efforts
This strong rebuttal addresses growing international narratives about religious persecution while highlighting the government's security achievements and commitment to national unity amid ongoing security challenges.

Sources: TheCable