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The Labour Party has blasted the administration of President Bola Tinubu over what it described as an inadequate response to ongoing security challenges affecting Christian communities in parts of the country.
The Interim National Publicity Secretary of the party, Toni Akeni, said this on Sunday in Abuja in reaction to the recent declaration of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” by the US President Donald Trump.
DAILY POST reports that President Trump designated Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, CPC, in response to allegations of widespread persecution and genocide against Christians.
Akeni referenced a 2014 social media post by then–Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who criticised the previous administration over security lapses, arguing that current circumstances require similar introspection.
He said available reports from local and international organisations indicate that insecurity has continued to affect citizens of various religious backgrounds, including Christians, across several states.
According to him, the party’s concern stems from the recurring attacks in rural communities, particularly in parts of the North and Middle Belt, noting that affected residents continue to suffer loss of lives and displacement.
The Labour Party mouthpiece urged the Federal Government to strengthen intelligence gathering, improve collaboration with security agencies, and ensure the protection of vulnerable populations.
The LP also called for enhanced international cooperation to support Nigeria’s counterterrorism efforts, saying constructive engagement would be more beneficial than global rhetoric.
“Christian communities suffer disproportionate impact. We welcome renewed international attention on Nigeria’s security situation. We urge the United States and other partners to provide technical support, intelligence sharing, and equipment that would boost Nigeria’s response capacity.
“We equally appeal to the international community to also consider the plight of moderate Muslim communities who have equally suffered from terrorist attacks.
“We commend local religious and community leaders— both Christian and Muslim— who have continued to advocate peaceful coexistence. Their interventions are essential for national stability,” he said.
Terrorism: Christian communities suffer disproportionate impact – Labour Party
