President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s unwavering commitment to religious freedom, insisting that the nation remains a democracy built on constitutional guarantees that protect the rights and beliefs of all citizens.
In a statement released from the Presidency, Tinubu dismissed claims portraying Nigeria as religiously intolerant, describing such assertions as “inaccurate and inconsistent with the nation’s reality.”
He emphasized that his administration has maintained open lines of communication with both Christian and Muslim leaders since assuming office in 2023, noting that government policies have continued to address security concerns that affect Nigerians irrespective of faith or region.
The President stressed that religious tolerance remains central to Nigeria’s national identity, adding that the federal government has consistently upheld freedom of religion and belief for every citizen. According to him, any attempt to depict the country otherwise ignores the government’s sustained and sincere efforts to safeguard pluralism and peaceful coexistence.
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“Religious freedom and tolerance have been a core tenet of our collective identity and shall always remain so,” Tinubu stated. “Nigeria opposes religious persecution and does not encourage it.”
Reiterating his administration’s commitment to collaboration, the President assured that Nigeria will continue working closely with the United States government and the wider international community to promote mutual understanding and strengthen the protection of faith-based communities across the country.
With this declaration, Tinubu reaffirmed that the Nigerian government stands resolute in defending the rights of every individual to practice their faith freely, underscoring that unity and respect for diversity remain the cornerstones of the nation’s democratic journey.
