Wednesday, 11 June 2025Unknown Session

EDM 1447: Christian persecution in Niger State, Nigeria

9 total sponsorsTabled

Motion Text

That this House notes with extreme concern, reports of recent widespread jihadist-driven attacks in Nigeria, including the violent invasion of Zagaga, Chibani, and Kuch communities in Munya Local Government Area of Niger State on 27 May 2025; further notes that the attacks resulted in the deaths of many villagers and the abduction of others; and calls on His Majesty’s Government and the Nigerian authorities to take more effective action to protect vulnerable communities and to bring to justice those responsible.

Sponsors (8 total)

Primary Sponsor
Brendan O'Hara

Scottish National Party (SNP)

#2
Andrew George

Liberal Democrat (LD)

#3
Graham Leadbitter

Scottish National Party (SNP)

#4
Jim Shannon

Democratic Unionist Party (DUP)

#5
Mr Gregory Campbell

Democratic Unionist Party (DUP)

#6
Ellie Chowns

Green Party (Green)

#7
Chris Law

Scottish National Party (SNP)

#8
Rachael Maskell

Independent (Ind)

Details

UIN
1447
Date Tabled
11/06/2025
Total Sponsors
9
Status
Tabled