Written question asked by David Drew (Labour) on Wednesday, 16 November 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 November 2005. It was answered by Ian Pearson (Labour) on Monday, 28 November 2005 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.
Niger
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made to the Government of Niger concerning the reported persecution of Christians in Niger State since the imposition of Shariah law.
- Answer
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We are concerned by all incidents of inter-religious conflict and violence in Nigeria, including persecution of individuals on the grounds of their religious belief.Representatives of the British high commission in Abuja regularly raise such issues with both the federal and state authorities when they come to our attention and are verified.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 30603; 440 c161-2W;440 c161-2W
- Session
- 2005-06
- Subjects
- Religion Oppression Niger
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