CAN Refutes Claims of Christian G+nocide in Nigeria

CAN Refutes Claims of Christian G+nocide in Nigeria

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has refuted claims of an ongoing Christian g+nocide in the country, describing such reports as misleading and influenced by foreign interests.

The clarification follows comments by US comedian and HBO host Bill Maher, who alleged that Islamists in Nigeria were “systematically k#lling Christians,” claiming over 100,000 d+aths and the burning of 18,000 churches since 2009. Similarly, US Senator Ted Cruz accused Nigerian officials of “ignoring and even facilitating” mass k#llings of Christians, saying he has introduced the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act to impose sanctions on those responsible.

Also, US lawmaker Riley Moore urged the US Secretary of State to classify Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern and suspend arms sales until the government shows commitment to protecting Christians.

However, the Nigerian Presidency dismissed the allegations, stating there is no religious w+r in the country.

Responding, CAN’s Director of National Issues and Social Welfare, Abimbola Ayuba, acknowledged that k#llings were occurring but insisted they were not targeted at Christians alone. “The pattern of v+olence has not followed a religious line,” he said. “In some Christian-dominated states, it may appear so, but insurgents have also k#lled Muslims during early morning prayers and att+cked mosques.”

Ayuba argued that foreign actors often exploit Nigeria’s insecurity for political motives. “Our situation is being taken advantage of by groups that benefit from foreign interests,” he stated. “When b¥llets fly in a marketplace, they do not choose Christians or Muslims. What we need now is an all-of-society effort to end insurgency and misinformation.”

He cautioned Nigerians against appealing to foreign governments, saying such actions could harm the nation’s image and economy.

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