The Nigerian Paradox: Thousands gather in megachurches while thousands face extreme persecution
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Nigeria is the country where you're most likely to be killed for your faith. At least 143 people have died in the last 5 weeks in series of faith-linked clashes.
Yet it is home to over 100 million Christians, with thriving churches with thousands of worshippers. How is it possible for these two extremes to co-exist in the same country? John Newton, Ayo Adedoyin, Adeniyi Kunnu and Jirit Gofwen were on Inspirational Breakfast to discuss this with Premier's Esther Higham
Released on 29 Jan 2024
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