…stressed that every child deserved equal protection irrespective of location, religion or ethnicity, while urging governments, faith-based organisations and humanitarian groups to provide counselling, medical care and emotional support for the rescued victims. “Our schools must once again become places of learning, not…

…motivated by the victim's actual or perceived origin, ethnicity, nationality, race, or religion. If found guilty, Amarilla could face penalties of up to one year in prison and a €45,000 fine. The attorney indicated that Amarilla has no intention of retracting her statements, arguing that they were protected by freedom…

…and governments in ethnic minority regions and calls for the further "Sinicisation" of religion. Tibetan and human rights activists have voiced alarm over the sweeping new law, which they fear will further deepen the cultural erasure of ethnic minorities across China. Beijing says the law protects the rights of "all et…

…by terrorists, insisting that all Nigerians deserve equal protection regardless of religion or ethnicity. “The protection of lives remains the foremost duty of government. This is a defining moment for Nigeria’s security architecture. Decisive action now could preserve recent gains, while complacency may lead to renewe…

…ban on hijab violated the affected students' constitutional rights to freedom of religion and freedom from discrimination. The suit was instituted by 11 students with the support of the Muslim Rights Concern. Delivering the lead majority judgment, Justice Biobele Georgewill, with Justice K.I. Amadi concurring, held tha…

…criminals should be treated as criminals and not profiled based on ethnicity or religion. We are calling on the authorities to call Igboho to order,” the statement said. Call Igboho to order – Fulani group urges Tinubu, Makinde

…However, criminals should be treated as criminals and not profiled based on ethnicity or religion," the statement said. The group also described farmer-herder clashes as largely economic disputes that should not be transformed into ethnic or religious confrontations. It warned that inflammatory rhetoric and ethnic prof…

…Islam does not condone violence or the unlawful taking of human life, stressing that the religion prescribes severe consequences for unjust killings and upholds the sanctity of life. While acknowledging the efforts of the Kogi State Government, Sheikh Adam commended Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo for his support for religi…

…homes and societies described it as a common enemy to everyone as it is blind to religion, tribe or social standing. “Terror is a common enemy to all Nigerians, it does not know religion or tribe, so as a CSO we are uniting against terrorism. If you see something, say something. Collaborate with the security agencies t…

…life. For decades, the area has served as a meeting point for ethnic nationalities, religions, and economic interests, earning a reputation as a city built on coexistence, enterprise, and shared aspirations. From the old tin mining era to its emergence as a modern administrative and commercial hub, Jos North has contin…

…faces today originated from the north, that its leaders pampered the criminals with religion and region hands is unassailable. In his speech, Brig-Gen Abubakar lamented what he called the "selective outrage" of commentators who attribute Nigeria's security challenges to the Northern region, calling such narratives divi…

…we know the origin of the insurgency whacking the country. We also know its region, religion, and ethnic colouration. We must own up to that. Recently, I saw on the internet the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bianca Ojukwu, in the midst of prisoners of Nigerian nationality in Ethiopia; over 90 percent of whom were said t…

…of the club, was attended by leaders of the Christian, Islamic and traditional religions. The Christian prayer was led by Venerable Sammi Adetule, the pastor in charge of Anglican Church of Ascension, Akobo, Ibadan. The Muslim prayer was led by Imam Saheed Odekunle, Chief Imam of Titilope Central Mosque, Airport, Alaki…

THE United Nations Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief has expressed concern over worsening insecurity, growing religious polarisation and persistent impunity in Nigeria, warning that the challenges are undermining fundamental human rights across the country. Speaking at a press conference at the headqu…

…I am saying so because the nature of terrorism we are experiencing in Nigeria is tied to religion. Recall the mantra of Boko Haram: western education is offensive." No victim of terrorist attack will be comfortable it-EtimDavid Etim, an entrepreneur, offered a cautious view but stressed monitoring: "Repentance can only…