By Chief Malcolm Emokiiniovo Omirhobo
The reported condemnation by Benjamin Netanyahu of the killings of Christians in Nigeria is paradoxical and deeply troubling.
A leader whose government has presided over military operations that have struck churches, mosques, hospitals, and civilian neighbourhoods particularly in Gaza, a cradle of early Christianity cannot credibly posture as a moral guardian of Christians elsewhere. Moral authority is not selective; it is earned through consistency.
Nigeria’s insecurity is a complex internal crisis rooted in governance failures, impunity, criminality, and the collapse of accountability across institutions. It is not a theatre for external political narratives or civilisational propaganda. Attempts to instrumentalise Nigeria’s tragedy to frame an entire religion or community as “terrorist” are irresponsible and dangerous. Such rhetoric fuels polarisation, legitimises collective blame, and distracts from the real work Nigeria must do: restore the rule of law, prosecute perpetrators without fear or favour, and protect all citizens Christians, Muslims, and others alike.
Let it be stated clearly: condemning violence against Christians is right; exploiting that condemnation to advance geopolitical agendas or to demonise another faith is wrong.
Nigeria does not need imported moral lectures. It needs principled solidarity that respects truth, rejects double standards, and supports justice without prejudice.
Anything less is not concern , it is political theatre.