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20/08/2026

16/08/2026

SAAPTDI NATIONAL CHALLENGE

Protecting Religious Dignity and Building Peace in Nigeria

By Security and Peace Awareness Through Dialogue Initiative (SAAPTDI)

Nigeria is a nation of diverse faiths, ethnicities, cultures and traditions. Our diversity should be a source of strength, not a reason for hatred, suspicion or violence.

The Security and Peace Awareness Through Dialogue Initiative (SAAPTDI) therefore challenges Nigerians—Muslims and Christians alike—to embrace a culture of religious responsibility, mutual respect, dialogue and peaceful coexistence.

Respect for Sacred Personalities

Islam teaches Muslims to honour Prophet Isa (Jesus), peace be upon him, as one of the great messengers of Allah. Therefore, deliberately insulting Jesus or attacking the dignity of Christians is contrary to Islamic teachings.

In the same spirit, Muslims deserve respect for Allah and Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Disagreement with Islam or Muslims should never become an excuse for deliberately insulting what Muslims hold sacred.

Religious disagreement does not require religious hatred.

Do Not Punish Communities for the Actions of Individuals

When an individual commits an offence, the appropriate response is to seek justice through lawful and peaceful means.

No Muslim should be blamed for the wrongdoing of another Muslim, just as no Christian should be blamed for the wrongdoing of another Christian.

Collective blame, retaliation and inflammatory rhetoric only deepen division and create opportunities for conflict.

SAAPTDI'S National Challenge

SAAPTDI calls upon religious leaders, community leaders, security agencies, civil society organisations, young people and ordinary citizens to become peace ambassadors within their communities.

We challenge every Nigerian to:

Reject religious insults and provocative speech.

Refuse to circulate unverified inflammatory messages.

Report genuine threats through appropriate lawful channels.

Defend the dignity of in

16/08/2026

*CHURCH CLOSURES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM*

An Islamic Reflection and Awareness Report by Al-Bayan Interfaith Centre (ABIC) through the Security and Peace Awareness Through Dialogue Initiative (SAAPTDI)

Alhamdulillah.

The changing religious landscape of the United Kingdom is a development that deserves serious attention and reflection, particularly among Muslims who are concerned about the future of faith, family, religious institutions and moral values in contemporary Europe.

Al-Bayan Interfaith Centre (ABIC), through the Security and Peace Awareness Through Dialogue Initiative (SAAPTDI), presents this report from an Islamic perspective. Our purpose is not to insult Christians or celebrate the difficulties of another faith community. Rather, we believe that developments in Britain provide Muslims with an important opportunity to appreciate the blessing of Islam, strengthen our religious institutions and understand the changing environment in which Muslims increasingly live and participate.

1. Britain Is Experiencing a Major Religious Transformation

The religious composition of England and Wales has changed considerably over the past two decades.

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the proportion of people identifying as Christian fell from 71.7% in 2001 to 59.3% in 2011 and 46.2% in 2021.

At the same time, the proportion reporting “no religion” increased from 14.8% in 2001 to 25.2% in 2011 and 37.2% in 2021.

The Muslim population also increased from 2.7 million (4.9%) in 2011 to 3.9 million (6.5%) in 2021.

These are official Census figures and demonstrate that England and Wales are experiencing a profound transformation in religious affiliation.

It is important to clarify that the ONS statistics measure religious affiliation or identity, not necessarily the strength of a person's faith or frequency of worship. Nevertheless, the direction of change is significant and cannot be ignored.

2. The Closure of Some Churches Is a Real Development

12/08/2026

SAAPTDI Youth Security & Health Awareness Message

International Youth Day – 12 August 2026

By SAAPTDI – Security and Peace Awareness Through Dialogue Initiative

Today, as the world marks International Youth Day, we are reminded that the future of every nation depends on the well-being, safety, and resilience of its young people. A healthy and responsible youth population is a major pillar of national security, peacebuilding, and sustainable development.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), many young people continue to face preventable dangers that affect their lives and future.

- More than 100,000 adolescents died in road crashes in one year.
- More than 40,000 young people drowned.
- Only 1 in 5 adolescents gets enough physical activity.
- At least 10% of young people aged 13–15 use to***co products.

These are not just health issues; they are community security and human development concerns.

What can we do?

- Wear a helmet and seatbelt whenever necessary.
- Learn to swim and observe water safety rules.
- Stay physically active.
- Avoid to***co, va**ng, alcohol, and illicit drugs.
- Speak to a trusted parent, guardian, teacher, religious leader, or counselor when facing emotional or mental challenges.
- Keep vaccinations up to date.

At SAAPTDI, we believe that preventive awareness is a powerful form of security. When young people are informed, healthy, disciplined, and supported, communities become safer and nations become stronger.

On this International Youth Day, let us invest in our youth through dialogue, education, moral guidance, and community engagement.

May Allah protect our youth, strengthen our communities, and grant Nigeria lasting peace and security. Āmīn.

Imam Muhammad Jibrin Ndagi, Dr. (Hon.) PhD
Founder, SAAPTDI
(Security and Peace Awareness Through Dialogue Initiative)
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