The Digest:
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly rejected claims of Christian genocide in Nigeria, countering that over 6,000 mosques have been destroyed in northern regions compared to 200 churches. The Islamic rights group accused Christian leaders of manipulating international opinion by appealing to Western powers rather than African institutions, warning that such tactics threaten national unity.
Key Points:
- MURIC rejects Christian genocide claims, cites 6,000 mosques destroyed in North.
- Executive Director Prof. Ishaq Akintola accused Christian leaders of using U.S. pressure.
- Group claims 200 churches destroyed compared to 6,000 mosques in northern regions.
- MURIC alleges media bias in reporting religious violence casualties.
- Organization warns narrative could deepen religious divisions in Nigeria.
- Akintola questioned U.S. moral standing to judge Nigeria on human rights.
- Group urged government not to yield to "Christian blackmail gimmicks."
Sources: Daily Trust
