The Red Cross of Nigeria reports that over 200 people have been killed in recent sectarian violence in the country. The violence erupted due to the planned holding of the Miss World beauty pageant in Nigeria. The event will no longer take place in Nigeria. In the northern city of Kaduna, violence continued on Saturday night despite a heavy security presence. In four days of clashes between Muslims and Christians, nearly a thousand people have been injured and over 10,000 have been displaced. The conflict began after a local newspaper suggested that if the Prophet Muhammad were alive, he would marry one of the contestants in the Miss World pageant. Due to the ongoing violence, the beauty pageant, which was to be held in Abuja, Nigeria's capital, has been moved to London, scheduled for December 8.
Red Cross: Over 200 Killed in Sectarian Violence in Nigeria
Over 200 people have died in sectarian violence in Nigeria, triggered by the planned Miss World beauty pageant. The violence has led to significant injuries and displacement among the population. The event has been relocated to London due to safety concerns.
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📰 What Happened
Sectarian violence in Nigeria has resulted in over 200 deaths, triggered by a controversial article about the Miss World beauty pageant. The event has been relocated to London due to safety concerns.
- Over 200 people killed and nearly 1,000 injured in four days of clashes.
- More than 10,000 people have been displaced from their homes.
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📚 Background
Nigeria has a history of sectarian violence, particularly between its Muslim and Christian populations, often exacerbated by political and social issues.
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