The Northern Christian Association (NCA) has called for an investigation into a viral Enugu threat video allegedly showing youths calling for AK-47 rifles to attack people they described as infidels.
The video reportedly features individuals chanting in Hausa and expressing a desire to travel to Enugu State to kill people. However, the association said it would not reach any conclusion until security agencies verify the footage and establish its authenticity.
In a statement issued to journalists on Monday, NCA Chairman, Rev. Joseph John Hayab, described the alleged remarks as disturbing and warned that they could pose a serious security concern.
Enugu Threat Video Raises Security Concerns
Hayab questioned why individuals who allegedly make threats against people of other religious beliefs might do so without facing scrutiny from security agencies.
He insisted that authorities should treat the matter as a potential threat to public safety rather than dismiss it as a religious disagreement.
“While we will not conclude until the authenticity of the video is verified, it now seems that some individuals have become so powerful that they can make hateful remarks and go scot-free without any security checks,” he said.
The NCA chairman described the alleged statements as shameful and urged the relevant authorities to investigate the Enugu threat video before drawing conclusions.
He also warned that allowing religious hatred and threats of violence to go unchecked could threaten peaceful coexistence and national unity.
Hayab Urges Parents to Promote Religious Tolerance
Beyond calling for an investigation, Hayab appealed to Christian and Muslim leaders to teach young people values that support respect for human life, tolerance and peaceful living.
He said parents and religious leaders had a responsibility to discourage attitudes that promote hostility towards people of different faiths.
“What a barbaric way of doing things! Both Christians and Muslims should embrace the moral responsibility of training their children. This is not good for our country. What an indoctrination!” he asked.
Hayab cautioned that the Enugu threat video, if verified, would highlight the dangers of allowing religious intolerance to grow unchecked.
He added that similar hostility among followers of different religions could make it increasingly difficult for Nigerians to build a united country.
The NCA chairman maintained that religious teachings should encourage compassion, mutual respect and peaceful relations. He warned against indoctrinating young people with hatred towards others.
The association’s call comes amid concerns raised by the footage, but its authenticity and the identities of those allegedly featured in it remain to be established.