- Pastor Wale Adefarasin, General Overseer of Guiding Light Conference, has questioned the sudden global attention on the killing of Christians in Nigeria following recent remarks by US President Donald Trump.
- He argued that such violence, which has occurred for more than 40 years, does not constitute genocide, suggesting that the renewed attention may be related to Nigeria’s growing economic power.
Pastor Wale Adefarasin, General Overseer of the Guiding Light Assembly, has questioned the motives behind the sudden global attention on the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, following recent comments by US President Donald Trump.
In a statement that went viral, Pastor Adefarahim noted that although the killing of Christians has been taking place in Nigeria for more than four decades, it does not constitute genocide. He wonders why foreign countries, especially the United States, are only now showing heightened concern.
“Christians have been killed in Nigeria for over 40 years, so this is nothing new. This does not amount to genocide,” he said. “They suddenly fell in love with Nigerian Christians. Is it because we now have the best refineries in the world? Is it because of our lithium?”
His comments come amid renewed global attention on religious tensions in Nigeria, with President Trump reportedly directing the U.S. Department of Defense to prepare for possible action if attacks against Christians continue.
Pastor Adefarasin’s comments prompted mixed reactions, with some Nigerians agreeing that the international community may have economic interests at heart, while others believe global attention to religious violence should be welcomed.
The cleric, known for his outspoken views on governance and ethical leadership, urged Nigerians to maintain discernment and unity in the face of external pressures and internal divisions.
