Genocide Exists in Nigeria But Not Targeted at Christians Alone, Clarifies PFN President, Wale Oke

The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Wale Oke, has said that genocide exists in Nigeria but warned that it should not be perceived as an attack targeted only at Christians.

Oke made the remarks during a recent church gathering while addressing the rising cases of killings across different parts of the country. He stated that both Christians and Muslims have been victims of the incessant violence, urging Nigerians to unite against insecurity rather than divide along religious lines.

“Genocide exists in Nigeria, but it is not just about Christians. Muslims, traditionalists, and even those without religion have suffered these attacks. We don’t want Muslims to die, and we don’t want Christians to die. What we want is for all Nigerians to live in peace,” Oke said.

He called on the federal government and security agencies to intensify efforts to end the killings, stressing that human life remains sacred irrespective of faith or background.

The PFN leader also appealed to religious leaders across the country to work together to promote peace, tolerance, and national unity. He noted that the church has a moral duty to speak against violence and injustice in all forms.

Oke’s comments came amid renewed debates on the nature of Nigeria’s insecurity, with some groups describing the widespread killings as a form of religious genocide.

However, the PFN president maintained that the violence is more complex and affects Nigerians from all walks of life.

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, which recently marked its 40th anniversary, reiterated its commitment to national peace and urged the government to uphold justice and protect the lives of all citizens.