No Christian persecution In Nigeria, Terrorism Remains Our Biggest Challenge — CDS Oluyede

Tuesday November 4, 2025
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The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, General Olufemi Oluyede, has dismissed claims of targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria, stressing that such allegations do not reflect the country’s reality.

General Oluyede made the remarks on Monday, November 3, after a meeting with the National Security Adviser, NSA, emphasizing that Nigeria remains open to collaborating with other countries to tackle terrorism.

“Terrorism is a global challenge that requires joint action,” the CDS said, responding to recent claims of a Christian genocide in the country propagated by some right-wing US politicians.”

The CDS added that Nigeria continues to strengthen its security strategies while remaining committed to international cooperation in combating threats posed by terrorist groups.

“Terrorism is a global issue, it’s a global problem. There are several countries that are challenged in that respect, and it calls for collective effort,” he said.

“So if we have countries out there who are ready to support Nigeria, we are ready to have them onboard to help us checkmate the act of terrorism within the space of Nigeria.

“There are no Christians being persecuted in Nigeria.

“We are facing insecurity, especially terrorism, and it’s something that has been affecting Nigeria for quite some time now. But as a group, talking about security heads, we’ve been doing our very best to checkmate this act of terrorism within the space of Nigeria.

“You will recall that just last week, the president, commander-in-chief of the armed forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, recalibrated the security architecture by bringing on board officers of proven integrity who are seasoned in asymmetric warfare to add impetus to our operations.

“Going forward, we’re going to add more to what we’re doing, add more impetus to our operations, and ensure that we checkmate this act of terrorism within Nigeria,” he added.