Federal Government Denies Sanctioning Contest For Same-Sex Marriage

Federal Government Denies Sanctioning Contest For Same-Sex Marriage

The federal government has denied approving a letter circulating on social media that claims it has authorized a National Schools Competition and debate on whether “Same-Sex Marriage Should Be Legalized in Nigeria.” The supposed competition has generated considerable backlash online, with some groups launching a campaign to boycott it…….. CONTINUE READING 

Critics argue that the event is a covert attempt to normalize LGBTQ+ ideals in Nigeria. The letter, purportedly issued by the Federal Ministry of Education, was allegedly sent to state education commissioners.

However, Dr. Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, has firmly refuted the claim. In a statement addressed to the Kogi State Commissioner for Education, who had inquired about the letter, Dr. Sani-Gwarzo clarified that the ministry had neither authorized nor endorsed any debate or competition on same-sex marriage.

The ministry’s response stated: “It has come to our attention that a letter, supposedly from the Federal Ministry of Education, is being circulated, inviting schools to participate in a national competition organized by Creative Africa Initiative on the topic of legalizing same-sex marriage in Nigeria. This document is fraudulent and does not originate from the Federal Ministry of Education. It contradicts both Nigerian values and government policy.”

Dr. Sani-Gwarzo emphasized that the Nigerian government, as demonstrated by the Same-Sex Marriage Prohibition Act of 2014, remains firmly opposed to the legalization of same-sex marriage. He condemned the letter as misinformation intended to mislead the public and noted that the matter has been reported to security agencies for investigation.

He concluded by advising the public to disregard the letter and its contents.

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