November 2002
Quds Day Demonstrations in Iran - 2002-11-30
On Quds Day, thousands in Tehran protested against Israeli control of Jerusalem and expressed support for the Iranian government amid reformist student demonstrations. They called…
Nigeria's Leading Islamic Organization Calls for Cancellation of Death Sentence for Ms. Daniel
Nigeria's leading Islamic organization has called for the cancellation of a death sentence against journalist Isioma Daniel, who was accused of insulting Islam. The fatwa…
Religious Unrest in Nigeria - 2002-11-28
The U.S. State Department has voiced concerns over ongoing religious unrest in Nigeria that has persisted for almost two weeks. This situation involves tensions between…
The U.S. Criticizes Nigerian Government Officials
The U.S. condemned Nigerian officials for endorsing a fatwa calling for the death of a journalist accused of blasphemy. This situation escalated tensions between Muslims…
Nigerian Christian Leaders Criticize Government
Nigerian Christian leaders are criticizing their government for failing to prevent violence related to the Miss World beauty pageant, which resulted in over 200 deaths.…
Concerns About the Peaceful Conduct of Presidential Elections in Nigeria
Religious riots in northern Nigeria have raised significant concerns about the upcoming presidential elections. American observers note that tensions between Muslims and Christians could threaten…
Fatwa Issued for the Death of Nigerian Newspaper Article Writer - 2002-11-26
A fatwa calling for the death of Nigerian journalist Isioma Daniel was issued after she wrote an article suggesting the Prophet Muhammad would marry a…
Calm Has Returned to Kaduna
Violence in Kaduna, Nigeria, erupted over the Miss World beauty pageant, leading to over 200 deaths and the arrest of 800 individuals. The pageant has…
Life in Kaduna Returns to Normal
Following violent clashes over the Miss World beauty pageant, life in Kaduna, Nigeria, is returning to normal as markets reopen and curfews are lifted. The…
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…
Nigerian Muslims Oppose Beauty Queen Election, Claim It Encourages Sexual Immorality - 2002-11-23
Clashes between Christians and Muslims in Nigeria over the Miss World pageant led to over 100 deaths and 500 injuries. The event has been moved…
Clashes Between Christians and Muslims in Nigeria's Kaduna Continue
Clashes between Christians and Muslims in Kaduna, Nigeria, have escalated over protests against the Miss World beauty pageant, resulting in over 100 deaths and 500…
Explosion at Lagos Airport in Nigeria - 2002-11-21
An explosion at Lagos International Airport has resulted in at least one death and significant fire damage. Witnesses reported bodies being removed from the site,…
Criticism of the Nigerian Government for Failing to Halt Stoning Sentences
Amnesty International has condemned the Nigerian government for not stopping stoning sentences from Sharia courts, particularly criticizing the lack of clarity on whether these sentences…
Nigerian Government to Halt Stoning Sentences
The Nigerian government has announced it will halt the execution of stoning sentences for four individuals accused of adultery. This decision reflects the government's concern…
One-Day Summit of African Leaders - 2002-11-03
A summit of African leaders in Abuja, Nigeria, is focused on the readiness to implement peer reviews of their governments to attract foreign investment. The…
Abuja, the Capital of Nigeria, Hosts 20 African Leaders
Twenty African leaders are meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, to discuss a new cooperation program aimed at attracting foreign investment and reducing debts in exchange for…