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- Yesterday at 11:28 AMThe Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, together with the Ecumenical Synods of Bishops, Archbishops, Apostles and Senior Clergy, have rejected United States President Donald Trump's claim that American military action ended the killing of Christians in Nigeria. They described the statement as false, misleading, and not reflecting the reality of the country's security situation.
President Trump made the claim during an event in Washington, where he said the United States had carried out military operations that greatly reduced attacks against Christians in Nigeria. According to him, the operations eliminated key terrorist leaders and discouraged further attacks on Christian communities affected by insurgency and violent extremism.
However, Northern CAN Chairman Joseph Hayab said the situation on the ground tells a different story. He explained that Nigerians, including Christians, are still being killed and kidnapped in several states. Hayab insisted that only the victims and communities directly affected can truly say whether security has improved, not foreign political leaders.
Hayab also acknowledged that the United States had carried out strikes against terrorist targets in the past, but stressed that the attacks have not stopped the daily killings and abductions. He urged the US government to focus on providing genuine support to end insecurity instead of making political statements that do not match the experiences of ordinary Nigerians.
The Ecumenical Synods of Bishops also questioned Trump's remarks, saying they have not seen convincing evidence that the reported military intervention achieved the expected results. The group's International Secretary, Archbishop Osazee William, said Nigerians are looking for stronger and more lasting solutions that address the root causes of insecurity and protect lives across the country.
The bishops called on both the Nigerian government and the international community to strengthen efforts against terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings. They maintained that lasting peace can only be achieved through practical action, effective security measures, and continued commitment to protecting all Nigerians, regardless of their religion.
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President Trump made the claim during an event in Washington, where he said the United States had carried out military operations that greatly reduced attacks against Christians in Nigeria. According to him, the operations eliminated key terrorist leaders and discouraged further attacks on Christian communities affected by insurgency and violent extremism.
However, Northern CAN Chairman Joseph Hayab said the situation on the ground tells a different story. He explained that Nigerians, including Christians, are still being killed and kidnapped in several states. Hayab insisted that only the victims and communities directly affected can truly say whether security has improved, not foreign political leaders.
Hayab also acknowledged that the United States had carried out strikes against terrorist targets in the past, but stressed that the attacks have not stopped the daily killings and abductions. He urged the US government to focus on providing genuine support to end insecurity instead of making political statements that do not match the experiences of ordinary Nigerians.
The Ecumenical Synods of Bishops also questioned Trump's remarks, saying they have not seen convincing evidence that the reported military intervention achieved the expected results. The group's International Secretary, Archbishop Osazee William, said Nigerians are looking for stronger and more lasting solutions that address the root causes of insecurity and protect lives across the country.
The bishops called on both the Nigerian government and the international community to strengthen efforts against terrorism, banditry, and kidnappings. They maintained that lasting peace can only be achieved through practical action, effective security measures, and continued commitment to protecting all Nigerians, regardless of their religion.
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