Femi Falana Breaks Silence Following Donald Trump’s Claims of Christian Genocide in Nigeria
- Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has accused President Donald Trump of spreading false claims about Nigeria
- Trump’s allegation of a Christian genocide in Nigeria was dismissed by Falana as baseless and unsupported by evidence
- Falana insisted that violence in Nigeria is not driven by religion, but by armed groups indifferent to faith
Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has strongly criticised President Donald Trump over his recent claim that Christians are being subjected to genocide in Nigeria.
Speaking on Channels Television on 5 November, Falana said the allegation was baseless and misleading.
Source: Twitter
Falana: Trump lied about Christian genocide in Nigeria
Falana stated that Trump had “lied to the whole world” by alleging Christian genocide in Nigeria without providing any evidence. He argued that the claim lacked factual support and misrepresented the reality on the ground.
“Mr Trump has lied to the whole world by alleging Christian genocide in Nigeria without any evidence to back it up,” Falana said during the interview.
He suggested that Trump’s comments were politically motivated, noting that the former US president had previously made similar claims about South Africa. “He took on South Africa before Nigeria because there are the two leading African countries,” Falana added.
Violence in Nigeria not driven by religion, says Falana
Falana, known for his work in human rights advocacy, emphasised that the violence in Nigeria was not religiously motivated. He explained that armed groups, whether bandits or terrorists, do not target victims based on their faith.
“When you look at the narrative of Mr.Trump and match it with what is on ground, we will see that it is not religious thing because gunmen either bandits or terrorists do not care about your religion,” he said.
Falana’s remarks come amid growing international attention on Nigeria’s security challenges.
His comments aim to clarify misconceptions and urge global leaders to rely on verified facts when addressing sensitive issues.
Source: UGC
Who Femi Falana?
Femi Falana is a prominent Nigerian lawyer and human rights advocate, widely respected for his commitment to social justice and legal reform.
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), he has built a reputation for defending civil liberties and challenging government abuses.
Falana has represented numerous activists, journalists, and political detainees, often taking on high-profile cases that test the boundaries of constitutional law.
He is also known for his outspoken views on national and international issues, regularly contributing to public discourse through media appearances and legal commentary.
12 states where governors may face severe sanctions
Legit.ng earlier reported that twelve governors from northern Nigeria may face severe sanctions following a renewed push by the United States Congress to hold Nigerian officials accountable for alleged religious persecution.
The move comes after President Donald Trump designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and urged swift action over what he described as a “Christian genocide.”
On Friday, October 31, President Trump posted on Truth Social, expressing alarm over the reported killings of Christians in Nigeria. He called on Congressman Riley Moore, Chairman Tom Cole, and the House Appropriations Committee to investigate the matter and report back to him.
Source: Legit.ng
