Pope Leo Raises Alarm Over Global Christian Persecution

Pope Leo has expressed deep concern over growing violence and discrimination against Christian communities in countries including Nigeria, Mozambique, Sudan, Bangladesh, and the DRC. He urged global leaders and faith groups to unite for peace and prayed for victims of recent massacres, particularly in Kivu, DRC.

His remarks coincide with rising international criticism of Nigeria, as Donald Trump accused the government of allowing “mass killings” of Christians and threatened diplomatic and military action, including preparing the U.S. Department of War for possible intervention and reinstating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern.

President Bola Tinubu rejected the allegations, insisting Nigeria protects all faiths and is addressing nationwide security challenges. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar warned that Trump’s comments risk destabilising the country, reaffirming that Nigeria’s constitution guarantees full religious freedom and equal protection.

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