By Joseph Edegbo :
The Federal Government has hailed the United States for removing
Nigeria from its list of countries with religious freedom concerns,
calling the decision fair and just.
In a statement issued in Paris, France, on Thursday, the Minister
reiterated his earlier stand, when Nigeria was put on the list last
year, that Nigeria does not engage in religious freedom violation or
have a policy of religious persecution.
He said Nigeria jealously protects religious freedom as enshrined in
the country’s constitution and takes seriously any infringements in
that regard.
”We will continue to ensure that every Nigerian has the freedom to
practise his or her own chosen religion or belief without hindrance,”
the Minister said, while commending religious leaders in the country
who have been working to ensure religious harmony.
