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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Ruth Jones (Labour), on Wednesday, 12 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 10 members in total.


Freedom of religion or belief in Nigeria

That this House is deeply concerned by systemic violations of freedom of religion or belief in Nigeria, including the use of blasphemy laws and marginalisation of minority faith communities in the north; calls on the Nigerian government to review and repeal blasphemy laws; and urges the Government to increase diplomatic efforts to encourage the promotion of freedom of religion or belief and respect for diversity in Nigeria.


Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
792 
Session
2024-26
Other sponsors
Llinos Medi
Jim Shannon
Ellie Chowns
Liz Saville Roberts
Ben Lake
Subjects
Blasphemy Minority groups Nigeria Religious freedom
Link
View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk