· ‘Nigeria , the most dangerous place for
Christians to live in the world’
By Nnenna Ibeh
The United States of America has condemned the
attacks on Nigeria Christians.
The US House of Representatives said that
Nigeria has been cited as the most dangerous place for Christians to live in
the world.
The congress, also said that the impunity for
people responsible for killing Christians in Nigeria is in proliferation.
In an invitation letter to former president
Goodluck Jonathan to sub-committee on Africa, Global Health, Human Rights and
International Organization, the chairman Christopher Smith said the killing of
Christians “seems to be widespread”.
Thisday reports that Smith said the
sub-committee has investigated many crisis faced by Nigeria.
He said himself and one of his staff, Greg
Simpkins, have made several visits to Nigeria and have spoken to many religious
leader – Christians and Muslims – on the various crisis in the country.
Smith said: “My staff director, Greg
Simpkins and I have made several visits to Nigeria, speaking with Christians
and Muslim religious leaders across the country and visiting fire-bombed
churches, such as in Jos. Unfortunately, Nigeria has been cited as the most
dangerous place for Christians in the world and impunity for those responsible
for the killing of Christians seem to be widespread.”
He urged former president Jonathan to fulfill
the mandate of his foundation – The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation – by promoting
democracy, peace and transformational change in Nigeria.
“I invite you to come to the United States
next week to share your views on this matter, including the alleged
Islamisation of government under the current administration and the actions
your foundation is prepared to take in pursuit of religious freedom," Smith said.
“Your
timely concession after your electoral loss in 2015, demonstrates a commitment
to democracy and the stability of your nation, which was acknowledged by
current President Muhammadu Buhari," he said.
Former president Jonathan addressed the
sub-committee on Wednesday, February 1.
Among issues discussed with the committee are the implementation
of the 2014 National conference, the continuous violence and killing of
Christians in Southern Kaduna among many others.
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Source: Naij.com
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