In Nigeria’s protracted violence, debate over whether religion is the cause, or the casualty
Razed homes are seen days after an attack that left dozens dead in the Muslim-majority village of Woro, Nigeria, Feb. 5, 2026, that officials said was targeted for refusing extremist ideology. (AP Photo/Pelumi Salako)
NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) — While many Christians see persecution, analysts and officials say the country’s long-running conflict is driven largely by insecurity, land disputes and criminal networks affecting both Muslims and Christians.
