Nigeria’s Defence Chief Denies Claims of Christian Genocide, Says Terrorism Affects All Nigerians

• Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has denied claims of a Christian genocide, saying the country’s main challenge is terrorism that affects all citizens regardless of faith.
• His clarification follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments alleging persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Oluyede emphasized that the military is working to curb insecurity under President Bola Tinubu’s renewed strategies and remains committed to protecting all Nigerians and preserving national unity.

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has dismissed claims of a Christian genocide in the country, stating that the real issue is terrorism, which affects citizens of all religions.

Reacting to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent comments alleging attacks on Christians, Oluyede said:
“We don’t have an issue of Christian genocide in Nigeria. What we have is terrorism affecting Nigerians, and we have been doing our best to curtail it.”

He explained that violent attacks are not faith-based but part of broader insecurity challenges the military is tackling nationwide.

Oluyede also noted that President Bola Tinubu has introduced new strategies, energy, and reforms to strengthen the fight against insecurity.

According to him, the military remains focused on protecting all Nigerians, safeguarding vulnerable communities, and maintaining peace across the country.

In other news… Anambra politics has taken a heated turn as Uche Ekwunife, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Deputy Governorship candidate, reportedly snubbed Governor Chukwuma Soludo at a recent public event, intensifying tensions between the two ahead of the November governorship election.

The feud between both politicians began after Governor Soludo questioned the authenticity of Ekwunife’s academic credentials, particularly her PhD.

In response, Ekwunife launched a fiery counterattack, criticizing Soludo’s leadership style and accusing him of neglecting governance and security issues in Anambra State. She also made personal allegations about his hygiene.

The clash escalated when Ekwunife alleged that Soludo’s wife, Nonye Soludo, had an affair with the late former governor Chinwoke Mbadinuju and cast doubts on the paternity of some of her children.

Reacting swiftly, Mrs. Soludo issued a 72-hour ultimatum demanding a retraction and public apology, warning of legal action if Ekwunife failed to comply. She also challenged Ekwunife to take an oath of chastity and called for a DNA test to clear the air.

Ekwunife, however, dismissed the threats, insisting that Mrs. Soludo should direct her explanations to her husband, not her.