Ministry Of Education Writes DSS To Probe A National Debate Organised On ‘Same-Sex Marriage’
In a letter signed by Dr Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry on 9th of August 2024, the ministry highlighted that the proposal contradicts Nigeria’s cultural and religious values and existing laws.
The Federal Ministry of Education has called for an urgent investigation by the Department of State Services (DSS) into a letter from an organisation, the Creative Africa Initiative proposing a national debate on “Same-Sex Marriage Should Be Legalised in Nigeria”
In a letter signed by Dr Nasir Sani-Gwarzo, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry on 9th of August 2024, the ministry highlighted that the proposal contradicts Nigeria’s cultural and religious values and existing laws.
He warned that “This initiative is capable of causing widespread confusion and potentially inciting unrest within the country.”
He expressed concerns that introducing such a topic into public discourse could have serious repercussions.
“The debate could be interpreted as a deliberate attempt to undermine the laws of Nigeria and destabilise societal norms, thereby causing unnecessary tension and division among the populace.”
The Ministry’s request for an investigation aims to address the potential risks associated with the debate.
The Permanent Secretary emphasised the importance of scrutinising activities that might incite discord and destabilise the nation. “It is crucial to ensure that such activities, which have the potential to incite discord, are thoroughly scrutinised and addressed appropriately,” he stated.
