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Nigeria: Shiites accuse Nigerian govt of persecution, say we’re not terrorists — Africa Links 24

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Published on 2024-09-03 21:54:59

The Shiite Muslim Community in Nigeria under the umbrella of the All-Ja’fariyah Development Association, AJDA, has accused the Nigerian government of attacking and persecuting its members.

In a statement on Tuesday, the AJDA spokesman, Abdullahi Hassan, lamented that despite being a peaceful and law-abiding community, Shiites have faced relentless attacks, harassment and discrimination by Nigerian authorities.

Mr Hassan said: “Shias are not useful idiots or criminals who engage in…

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