Pope Leo XIV highlights shared danger for Christians and Muslims in Nigeria
Asked about the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, Pope Leo XIV says:
“In Nigeria, in certain areas, there is certainly danger for Christians but for all people. Christians and Muslims have been slaughtered. There’s a question of terrorism. There’s a question that has to do a… pic.twitter.com/yJaMUkziLP
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Asked about the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, Pope Leo XIV says:
“In Nigeria, in certain areas, there is certainly danger for Christians but for all people. Christians and Muslims have been slaughtered. There’s a question of terrorism. There’s a question that has to do a lot with economics, if you will, in control of the lands that they have.
Unfortunately, many Christians have died and I think it’s very important to seek a way – the government with all people – to promote authentic religious freedom [and] respect for all people.”