A Christian man identified as Mani Abubakar has gone into hiding for alleged blasphemy in Katsina State.
Abubakar sparked anger after a Facebook post that led to the destruction of his house and car in the Babaruga area of the state.
The Facebook post, written in Hausa by a Christian indigene from the state, Mani Abubakar, reportedly contained derogatory comments about Islam.
The alleged blasphemous statement, now deleted from Facebook, claimed that Islam had no foundation and questioned the origins of the Quran.
The Christian Association of Nigeria is working with authorities and plans to meet with the Emir of Katsina to ensure his safety when he reappears. Christian leaders in the state have urged for calm and understanding.
Venerable Muyiwa Segun, Vice Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), condemned any act of violence or disrespect towards other religions.
“Everyone should respect the other’s religion,” Segun stated, adding, “Christians don’t have any business abusing other people’s religion. That is not how to do evangelism.”
Segun also confirmed that CAN is working with security officials and religious leaders to ensure peace and safety in the community.
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