The National Civil Society Council of Nigeria (NCSCN) has called upon the Federal Government to urgently organize an inter religious dialogue. This call aims to alleviate national tension following allegations by United States President Donald Trump of a Christian genocide in the country.
In a formal communication released after an emergency meeting in Abuja, the council outlined several recommendations to address the growing international and domestic backlash. The meeting was prompted by the significant media reactions to the genocide claims and concerns over the Federal Government’s prolonged delay in appointing ambassadors to key nations.
President Trump recently alleged on his Truth Social platform that Christianity faces an existential threat in Nigeria, with thousands of Christians being killed. These comments have sparked considerable debate both locally and internationally.
The council advised the government, through the Office of the National Security Adviser, to begin the proper documentation and harmonization of data on terrorist and bandit attacks. Such a measure would facilitate accurate information dissemination and counter speculative narratives within the international community regarding the Christian genocide allegations. The civil society council also proposed building its own independent database to track incidents, with specific details on the gender, age, and religion of victims.
Furthermore, the NCSCN strongly recommended that President Bola Tinubu prioritize the appointment of ambassadors and international lobbyists to protect Nigeria’s interests and foster national growth. The council urged the President to transmit a list of ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation no later than the end of November. It also suggested the development of a national framework for strategic lobbying, engaging seasoned diplomats and competent professionals.
The council emphasized that a country's foreign relations and policies are vital to its national development. It warned that the Nigerian government must not take the current accusations for granted. The assertions from the international community, particularly the United States, require a professional and diplomatic response, supported by verifiable facts and figures. The communication also highlighted that operating a government for over two years without appointing ambassadors to foreign nations is highly detrimental to the country's international standing and interests.
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