Focus on Africa Nigeria pushes back on 'Christian genocide' claims
Nov 6, 2025
Daniel Buala, advisor to Nigeria's President Tinubu, discusses the country's rejection of claims regarding a 'Christian genocide,' attributing violence to terrorism and land disputes. Dr. Jayshree Rahman highlights an alarming surge in malaria cases in Southern Africa, linking the rise to climate change and funding cuts. Issa El-Buba Sadiq shares firsthand accounts of targeted attacks on Christians, advocating for stronger government action. Kevoy C. Burton brings attention to relief efforts between Ghana and Jamaica post-Hurricane Melissa, emphasizing cultural connections.
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Violence Affects Multiple Communities
- Independent monitors report both Christians and Muslims are victims of extremist violence, bandit attacks and farmer-herder clashes.
- Verified data does not support claims that a genocide against Christians has occurred since 2009.
Christian Leader's Firsthand Account
- Issa El-Buba Sadiq describes seeing church buildings attacked and entire Christian communities demolished since 2009.
- He says threats reached his family and he continues to engage Islamic leaders for dialogue despite risks.
Terrorists Target Nonsectarian Victims
- Professor Ishaq Akintola stresses terrorists do not distinguish by religion and have killed imams as well as Christians.
- He warns framing the violence as solely Christian persecution is lopsided and ignores Muslim victims.