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African Union Commission Chairman, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has asserted that Muslims are the primary victims of Boko Haram in Nigeria, rather than Christians.
Youssouf recently shared this perspective with reporters at the United Nations headquarters while addressing allegations of genocide in Nigeria.
When asked by a reporter about United States President Donald Trump’s recent threats to Nigeria regarding the persecution of Christians, Youssouf responded: “Let me clarify this first, there is no genocide occurring in northern Nigeria.”
“We have issued a statement clarifying that the situation in northern Nigeria is not comparable to the kinds of atrocities we observe in Sudan or in certain regions of eastern DRC.”
“The initial victims of Boko Haram are Muslims, not Christians, and I assert this with documented evidence.”
It is important to note that the allegations arose over purported killings of Christians in the country.
The US President also mentioned that he had instructed the Department of Defense to prepare for potential military action in Nigeria if the Nigerian government “continues to permit the killing of Christians.”
Who are the primary victims of Boko Haram according to Mahmoud Ali Youssouf?
According to Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the primary victims of Boko Haram are Muslims, not Christians.
What was Youssouf's response to the allegations of genocide in Nigeria?
Youssouf stated that there is no genocide occurring in northern Nigeria and compared the situation to other regions experiencing severe atrocities.
What did President Trump say regarding military action in Nigeria?
President Trump indicated that he had asked the Department of Defense to prepare for possible military action if the Nigerian government continues to allow the killing of Christians.
