Brits Slam King Charles Over Nigeria Harmony Remark Amid Christian Persecution

During a State Banquet at Windsor Castle for President Bola Tinubu and his wife, King Charles praised Nigeria’s religious harmony. He said Nigerians “can, do, and must live alongside one another, in peace, in harmony and in shared purpose.” The remark, shared on X, drew swift criticism from British commentators. Tim Dieppe of Christian Concern asked if the King was unaware of Christian persecution in Nigeria. John Bortho accused Charles of ignoring massacres and favouring “your Muslim chums.” David Vance and user Huckleberry also decried what they called genocide against Nigerian Christians. Nigerian social media users have since joined the debate, questioning the monarch’s view and highlighting the country’s complex security challenges.

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