Nigeria: Fulani Herdsmen and Boko Haram

Lord Collins of Highbury Excerpts

Tuesday 17th July 2018 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Goldie]

In relation to the noble Lord’s question about the Nigerian security services, we have made clear to the Nigerian authorities the importance of protecting civilians in conflict and detention. Any member of the Nigerian security services found to have been involved in human rights violations must be held accountable.

[Lord Collins of Highbury (Lab)]

My Lords, the most reverend Primate outlined three stages to possible solutions to a very complex situation. We have raised the question before of how we build community solutions, especially when they are so complex. Have the Government thought of working with the Nigerian Government to institute more interfaith group work, so that the solutions embrace all sides of the community?

[Baroness Goldie]

I thank the noble Lord for that positive contribution. I am sure that his suggestion will be reflected upon.