christian genocide

  1. AU Chair Counters Genocide Claims, Says Muslims Were Boko Haram's First Victims

    Nigeria AU Chair Counters Genocide Claims, Says Muslims Were Boko Haram's First Victims

    The Digest: African Union Commission Chair Mahamoud Youssouf has stated there is "no genocide in northern Nigeria," countering US claims of targeted Christian killings by emphasizing that Muslims were the first victims of Boko Haram. Key Points: AU Chair Mahamoud Youssouf denied claims of...
  2. Nigerian Islamic Council Rejects Trump's "Christian Genocide" Claim, Alleges US Destabilization Agenda

    Nigeria Nigerian Islamic Council Rejects Trump's "Christian Genocide" Claim, Alleges US Destabilization Agenda

    The Digest: The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has forcefully rejected former US President Donald Trump's designation of Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern," describing the Christian genocide allegation as "dangerous foreign propaganda." The council asserted that...
  3. Falana Challenges Trump's Narrative on Christian Killings in Nigeria

    Nigeria Falana Challenges Trump's Narrative on Christian Killings in Nigeria

    The Digest: Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has directly accused US President Donald Trump of "lying to the world" with his claim of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, while simultaneously framing the allegation as a necessary wake-up call for the Nigerian government to fulfill its...
  4. Nigeria Accuses US Lobbyists of Spreading False Christian Genocide Claims

    Nigeria Nigeria Accuses US Lobbyists of Spreading False Christian Genocide Claims

    The Digest: The Federal Government has accused foreign lobbyists, particularly in the United States, of deliberately fueling the narrative of a "Christian genocide" in Nigeria, framing it as a calculated misrepresentation of the country's complex security reality. Key Points: Minister of...
  5. Wike Dismisses Christian Genocide Claims as "Politics Taken Too Far"

    Nigeria Wike Dismisses Christian Genocide Claims as "Politics Taken Too Far"

    The Digest: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has publicly addressed allegations of Christian genocide in Nigeria, dismissing the claims as "politics taken too far" and stating that, as a devout Christian serving in government, he finds the accusation a personal indictment. Key Points: Wike broke...
  6. Akpabio Denies Mocking Trump Over "Christian Genocide" Claims

    Nigeria Akpabio Denies Mocking Trump Over "Christian Genocide" Claims

    The Digest: Senate President Godswill Akpabio has firmly denied authoring a viral statement that mocked former U.S. President Donald Trump's concerns about Christian killings in Nigeria, labeling the post a "total falsehood" designed to damage diplomatic relations. Key Points: A viral quote...
  7. Abuja Police Launch Major Anti-Crime Operation Amid US Pressure

    Nigeria Abuja Police Launch Major Anti-Crime Operation Amid US Pressure

    The Digest: The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has initiated a massive security crackdown across Abuja, deploying specialized units in a sustained operation running through January 2026. This move comes amid escalating international pressure, including U.S. President Donald Trump's...
  8. What the US "Country of Particular Concern" Label Means for Nigeria

    Nigeria What the US "Country of Particular Concern" Label Means for Nigeria

    The Digest: The United States has redesignated Nigeria a "Country of Particular Concern" (CPC), a formal label for nations accused of severe religious freedom violations. This classification is a unique US diplomatic tool that can trigger a range of policy responses, from sanctions to public...
  9. Gunmen Attack Kaduna Church, Kill Pastor and Abduct 20 Worshippers

    Nigeria Gunmen Attack Kaduna Church, Kill Pastor and Abduct 20 Worshippers

    The Digest: Armed bandits have killed Reverend Yahaya Kambasiya of the United Church of Christ in Nigeria (HEKAN) and abducted over 20 worshippers in Farin Dutse, Kaduna State. The attack is the latest in a series targeting the local Christian community, highlighting a relentless cycle of...
  10. Trump Redesignates Nigeria as "Country of Particular Concern" Over Genocide Claims

    Nigeria Trump Redesignates Nigeria as "Country of Particular Concern" Over Genocide Claims

    The Digest: The United States, under President Donald Trump, has redesignated Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern," citing claims that Christianity faces an "existential threat" there. This move reinstates a diplomatic label removed by the Biden administration, escalating tensions over...
  11. CAN Accuses Presidency of Distortion, Reaffirms 'Christian Genocide' Claim

    Nigeria CAN Accuses Presidency of Distortion, Reaffirms 'Christian Genocide' Claim

    The Digest: The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has publicly challenged the Presidency, accusing it of misrepresenting its stance on the killings of Christians. According to Vanguard, CAN insists the term "Christian genocide" accurately reflects the sustained violence, contradicting a...
  12. MURIC Rejects Christian Genocide Claims, Cites 6,000 Mosques Destroyed in North

    Nigeria MURIC Rejects Christian Genocide Claims, Cites 6,000 Mosques Destroyed in North

    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...
  13. "No Christian Genocide in Nigeria," Information Minister Insists

    Nigeria "No Christian Genocide in Nigeria," Information Minister Insists

    The Digest: Information Minister Mohammed Idris has labeled claims of a "Christian genocide" in Nigeria as foreign propaganda designed to undermine the country's unity. Speaking at the unveiling of the World Public Relations Forum in Abuja, the minister urged communication professionals to use...
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