The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) on Sunday condemned the U.S. government’s decision under President Donald Trump to label Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged persecution of Christians.
NSCIA said the issue is not religious, adding that the terrorists are killing Christians and Muslims.
Secretary General of NSCIA, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, while briefing journalists in Abuja on Trump’s statement said US should help government fight insecurity and not invade Nigeria.
He described the move as unjust, biased, and based on a one-sided narrative.
Oloyede argued that Nigeria’s insecurity stems from ethnic, political and economic issues, not religion, arguing Muslims and Christians have suffered from violence.
NSCIA urged Nigerians to reject foreign attempts to cause disunity and called for peace, dialogue, and cooperation among all groups.
He also asked the Federal Government take firm action on insecurity and tackle the menace.
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