Written question asked by Andy Reed (Labour) on Thursday, 8 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 June 2000. It was answered by Lord Hain (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 June 2000 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what recent discussions his Department has had with the President of Nigeria concerning the attacks on Christians in Nigeria.

Answer: Mr. Reed: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions his Department has had with the President of Nigeria concerning the attacks on Christians in Nigeria. [125733] Mr. Hain: We are monitoring closely the religious tensions in Nigeria, which have led to the deaths of hundreds of Christians and Muslims. I have expressed my deep concern to the Nigerian authorities. Our High Commission in Abuja is in regular contact with the local and Federal authorities, and with leaders of both communities. We welcome their efforts to diffuse tension and work towards reconciliation.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 125733; 351 c570W
Session: 1999-00
Subjects: Armed conflict Human rights Politics and government Religion Religious freedom Civil disorder Nigeria Oppression Christianity
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