Suspected Boko Haram insurgents on Wednesday evening detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) at a Juma’at Mosque in Gamboru Ward, near the Customs area in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The explosion occurred at about 6:10 p.m., less than 12 hours before Christmas, while Muslim worshippers were observing the Maghrib prayer. Although details surrounding the…
Pope Leo XIV has identified Nigeria as one of several countries where Christians continue to face discrimination and violent attacks, placing the nation alongside Bangladesh, Mozambique, Sudan, and others experiencing similar challenges. The pontiff made the remarks on Sunday through his official X account, expressing deep concern over recurring assaults on Christian communities and worship…
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has strongly rejected allegations by the United States and some Western organisations that Christians are being subjected to genocide in Nigeria, describing the claims as false, politically motivated, and dangerous to national unity. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Sunday, the Secretary-General of the NSCIA,…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has dismissed allegations that any religious group is being subjected to genocide in the region, saying such claims are designed to undermine social cohesion and worsen insecurity. In a communique posted on its official X account late Tuesday, ECOWAS said violence in the region is perpetrated by…
US President Donald Trump on Sunday renewed his threat of potential military action in Nigeria over what he described as the “mass killing of Christians”, shortly after the Nigerian presidency proposed diplomatic talks to ease tensions. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump was asked by an AFP correspondent whether his administration was considering deploying troops…
U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday he has instructed the Pentagon to prepare for possible military action in Nigeria, reiterating accusations that the country has failed to do enough to stop violence against Christians — allegations Nigeria has repeatedly rejected. In a lengthy social-media post condemning what he called the “mass slaughter” of Christians, Trump…
Nigeria stands firm as a democracy founded on constitutional guarantees of religious liberty and equality for all citizens. Since 2023, our administration has maintained open and continuous engagement with both Christian and Muslim leaders, while addressing security challenges that affect Nigerians across all faiths and regions. Any characterization of Nigeria as a nation of religious…
In a landmark move, Saudi Arabia has opened the door for Nigerians and other foreign nationals to own property in the Holy City of Makkah, as part of the newly launched King Salman Gate project — a transformative urban development initiative. The announcement was made by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz…
The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday constituted a 12-member ad-hoc committee to advise the National Assembly on how to respond to mounting international concerns over alleged state-backed persecution and possible acts of genocide against Christians in parts of the country. The decision was reached following a closed-door session in which lawmakers deliberated on recent claims by…
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday called for “courage” and determination from all parties involved in efforts to forge a lasting peace in Gaza, as global leaders prepare to attend a high-stakes summit aimed at ending the conflict. “The agreement to begin the peace process has given a spark of hope in the Holy Land,” said…
