In further comments to journalists, Raiser was asked about his meeting with Nigeria's president, Olusegun Obasanjo, on 16 October and in particular about the WCC's position on demands for the cancellation of Nigeria's debts to overseas countries and international institutions. He praised President Obasanjo's initiative against corruption and said that Nigeria should use the enormous resources available in the country for development. This would increase Nigeria's chances to solve the debt problem, he said. To read direct news from Nigeria , visit Africa Newswire. Christianity Today reported on some increased ecumenism efforts between Nigerian Muslims and Christians in September.
Deadly riots lead to suspension of Islamic law.
Deadly riots lead to suspension of Islamic law. Third state moving toward implementing Koranic laws. Northern states adopt Islamic law, increasing Christian-Muslim tensions.