Federal govt. Assures Nigerians of commitment to Religious freedom and freedom of expression.

The Federal Government has reassured Nigerians that it is committed to upholding their security and freedom of worship and of expression at all times. The assurance was given by the ministry of foreign affairs following a recent social media publication by the United States Embassy, Abuja, on the security situation in Nigeria. The American Embassy Publication came after the testimonies of Bishop Wilfred Anagbe and Rev. Fr. Remigius Ihyula, on alleged threats that have risen as a result of their testimonies at the United States congressional hearing on religious persecution in Nigeria.

 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said though the testimonies of Clergy men misrepresented facts and oversimplified a deeply complex national challenge, the religious leaders were entitled to their opinions, freedoms of expression and of association as enshrined in the Nigerian constitution. The Ministry’s spokesman, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, said the Nigerian Government remains fully committed to uphold freedom of religion and of expression, among other freedoms. Any report of threats or intimidation against religious leaders will be investigated and necessary action will be taken