Violence in Nigeria

#Violence in Nigeria

The recent attack on the Christian-run school in Nigeria, where nearly 300 students were abducted, is a shocking reminder of how brutally innocent lives continue to be targeted by extremist groups. 

Such acts of terror against children and peaceful communities deserve the strongest possible condemnation. These radical Islamist groups exploit weak security systems and fragile social conditions to unleash violence on vulnerable Christian populations, turning places of learning and worship into sites of fear. No ideology, no grievance, and no distorted interpretation of religion can ever justify the kidnapping, torture, or killing of civilians.

It is equally disturbing that these repeated atrocities against Christians in Nigeria rarely receive the sustained global attention they deserve, including in India. While both Christians and Muslims have been victims of extremist violence in Nigeria, the disproportionate suffering faced by Christian communities is a harsh reality that must be acknowledged. Silence or selective outrage only emboldens violent groups and deepens the wounds of those affected. 

The international community, including India, must speak out more strongly against these Islamist attacks, demand accountability, and support efforts to protect all Nigerian civilians who are continually targeted simply because of their faith.

-K A Solaman