Abuja – Faith & Freedom Africa Nigeria, in collaboration with Guard Time Information (Human Rights Activists Nationwide), has convened a landmark religious freedom summit at the National Christian Center, Abuja, with the theme: “Defending Religious Freedom as a Gospel Imperative.”
The two-day gathering brought together Christian leaders, legal experts, traditional rulers, clergy, and human rights advocates from across the country to deliberate on protecting freedom of religion and belief in Nigeria.
The summit, which later held sessions at the Royal Choice Inn Conference Center, Jubilee House, focused on the rising challenges faced by Christians and the urgent need for a unified national agenda to defend religious equity.
In his keynote address, Mr. Felix Samari, Country Contractor for Faith & Freedom Africa Nigeria, stressed the importance of safeguarding religious liberty as a matter of national justice. He was joined by Pastor Dele Adebayo of African Services, who also charged the Church to be proactive in defending its rights.
Mr. Bibi Oduku pointed out constitutional gaps that often leave Christians at a disadvantage, urging leaders to boldly speak the truth and demand the enforcement of existing laws.
On his part, Barrister Bob James, Head of the Christian Lawyers Fellowship of Nigeria, called for the creation of Religious Human Rights Committees in every state and community to protect Christian citizens.
Former legislator and Adamawa governorship aspirant, Hon. Wafari Theman, added that deepened human capital development and legal literacy among Nigerians was necessary to prevent injustice and abuse.
Traditional rulers and church leaders at the event expressed concern over persistent attacks on Christians and the harassment of leaders who defend their communities. They urged government and policymakers to adopt reforms that guarantee fairness and religious equity.
Trill Times News reports that among the dignitaries present were representatives of Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang of Plateau State, Chief Barr. Leonard Dan Nzadon of the NBA National Executive Council, Rev. Fr. Prof. Cornelius Afebu Omonokhua, Rev. Prof. James Reynolds, Provost of the Theological College of Northern Nigeria, and Archbishop Joe Jatau Yari.
Reiterating the organization’s mission, Mr. Oduku said Faith & Freedom Africa Nigeria and Guard Time Information would continue to lead human rights advocacy efforts across Nigeria. He urged citizens to remain law-abiding, united, and committed to promoting peace, justice, and freedom for all.
