Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi’s Ally – Activist Aisha Yesufu, Finally Breaks Silence On Christian Genocide in Nigeria.
Aisha Yesufu Breaks Silence on Alleged Christian Genocide in Nigeria, Condemns Hypocrisy and Selective Outrage
Aisha Yesufu addressed the growing debate around claims of a “Christian genocide” in Nigeria. She wrote on X (formerly Twitter):
“If people are telling you that there is a Christian genocide in Nigeria, who are you to tell them there is none? Are you one of the dead victims?”
Reacting to commentary by Bill Maher who asserted;
“they are systematically killing the Christians in Nigeria. They’ve killed over 100,000 since 2009. They’ve burned 18,000 churches” Yesufu pushed back at what she described as selective outrage and political hypocrisy:
“You are shouting that Northern Christians are being persecuted but you championed Muslim-Muslim ticket! Their Christianity was not Christian enough for you during the 2023 election. Your hypocrisy stinks to high heavens. When will you talk about the Northern Christians’ political genocide?”
In short, she affirmed that Christian communities are suffering, but warned that the conversation is often hijacked by partisan or religious agendas rather than grounded in consistent accoun
Who Is Aisha Yesufu?
Aisha Yesufu is a prominent Nigerian human-rights activist and businesswoman. She rose to national prominence as a co-convener of the BringBackOurGirls movement in the wake of the 2014 abduction of schoolgirls in Chibok.
She also played a visible role in the EndSARS protests in 2020.
Her activism is known for its bold tone and willingness to challenge political and religious authorities alike.
How people are reacting to the issue of Christian genocide in Nigeria
Reactions across Nigeria and internationally have been varied and polarised:
On one side, organisations such as the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) insist that the attacks on Christians in parts of Northern Nigeria and the Middle Belt do amount to “Christian genocide.” They say there are “repeated, organised and brutal attacks” on Christian communities with thousands killed and villages destroyed.
On the other side, several analysts and media commentaries dispute the term “genocide” in this case, arguing that the conflicts are complex, involving herder-farmer disputes, resource competition and terrorism rather than a state-led campaign to wipe out Christians. For instance, one article states:
“Claims of a religious war between Muslims and Christians in Nigeria are simplistic and betray ignorance of the country’s internal dynamics.”
Among the public and online commentators there is frustration. Some Christians who say they have been victims feel ignored; others fear that using the term “genocide” could escalate sectarian tension. On Reddit, one commenter wrote:
“As a Northern Christian… the majority of non-northern Nigerians have not given the slightest fuck about these acts of terror.”
Overall, the issue is stirring heated debate: whether what is happening should be labelled “genocide”, how best to quantify and respond to the suffering, and how political, ethnic and religious identities influence acknowledgement and action.
Briefly, Aisha Yesufu’s intervention brings a sharper focus to the debate around attacks on Christians in Nigeria affirming that the victims are real, but also cautioning that the narrative must not be hijacked by hypocrisy or partisan convenience.
The range of reactions reveals that the term “Christian genocide” is deeply contested; while some demand urgent recognition and justice, others warn against oversimplification of complex conflicts. What emerges clearly is the need for credible data, consistent political will, and an inclusive discussion that bridges religious, ethnic and regional divides if meaningful solutions are to move forward.
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