NSCIA Denies Christian Genocide Claims, Calls for Security Reform

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) stated there is no genocide of Christians or any religious group in Nigeria, asserting that insecurity impacts all citizens regardless of faith. This position was articulated in a communiqué following the NSCIA General Assembly at the National Mosque in Abuja, signed by Sultan of Sokoto and NSCIA President-General Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar and Secretary-General Professor Is-haq Oloyede.

The NSCIA called for urgent reforms in the country's security architecture, advocating for decentralized policing based on professionalism and constitutional safeguards. Additionally, the council urged the Federal Government to expedite efforts to reduce transportation and food costs to alleviate hardships for Nigerians.

It also encouraged Muslims to act as role models, obtain National Identity Numbers (NINs) and Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), and participate in leadership selection processes. The NSCIA condemned claims that Muslims are non-indigenous to Igboland and called for respect for the rights of Muslim women to wear hijab in various settings.