Christian and Muslim clerics under the aegis of Interfaith Dialogue Forum for Peace, IDFP, have warned Nigerians against allowing the threat of President Donald Trump of the United States to tear the country apart.
The group urged Nigerians to remain calm and united amid Trump’s allegation of Christian genocide in the country.
According to the group, Trump’s comments risk inflaming already tense religious sentiments and must not be allowed to divide the country.
A statement jointly signed by Rev. Abainitus Akila Hamman and Dr. Yussuf Yakub Arrigasiyyu, Christian and Muslim Co-Chairs of IDFP, said heightened reactions at home and abroad made it necessary for faith leaders to step in with a message of restraint and responsible communication.
“We acknowledge the pain and grief of families and communities across Nigeria who have lost loved ones to various forms of violence. Every life lost diminishes us all, regardless of religion or ethnicity,” they said
The clerics appealed to citizens, political actors, and religious leaders to guard against incitement, avoid retaliation, and prioritise dialogue.
“We strongly urge all communities to reject retaliation and choose dialogue over conflict. This is a sensitive time, and restraint is essential,” they warned.
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