By Muhammad Mamman
Niger Delta activist Mujahid Asari Dokubo has questioned long-held claims that the United States is a “Christian country”, asking who conferred such a status on the nation. His remarks form part of a broader message stressing religious tolerance and rejecting faith-based hostility.
Speaking in a recent address, Dokubo challenged narratives that portray America as officially tied to Christianity, arguing that no nation should be exclusively defined by a single religion.
“How is America a Christian country? Who made America a Christian country?” he asked, disputing what he described as misleading assumptions about the country’s identity and political structure.
The activist went on to emphasise that he does not support or participate in attacks on individuals based on their religious beliefs.
“I will never attack anybody because of religion,” Dokubo said, positioning himself against rising religious tensions both within Nigeria and globally.
His comments come at a time when debates over the role of faith in governance, identity and public life continue to provoke discussion around the world.
Dokubo, a prominent and often outspoken figure, has long been known for weighing in on political and social issues, particularly those affecting the Niger Delta and broader national discourse.
