Senate has constituted a 12-member ad-hoc committee to advise it on how to respond to growing international concerns over alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
The decision was taken during a closed-door session following recent claims by the United States Government suggesting possible acts of genocide targeting Christians in some parts of the country.
The committee is expected to produce a policy document that will define Nigeria’s legislative position on the issue and guide the nation’s engagement in ongoing international discussions.
The Senate’s move comes amid increasing diplomatic scrutiny and concerns about the possible impact of such allegations on Nigeria’s global image and interfaith relations.
The decision followed a motion raised by Senator Ali Ndume last week, which triggered a broader debate among lawmakers on international perceptions of Nigeria’s internal security challenges.
Members of the committee include Senators Victor Umeh, Yemi Adaramodu, Aniekan Bassey, Niyi Adegbonmire, Abdul Ningi, and Titus Zam.
Others are Tony Nwoye, Tahir Munguno, and Asuquo Ekpenyong.
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