The Nigerian government and security personnel have come under fire from an outspoken British-Nigerian homosexual pastor, Jide Macaulay, after the recent arrest of some people at a same-sex wedding ceremony in Delta State.
Over 100 LGBT suspects had been detained in the South-South state, according to a previous announcement from the Delta Police Command.
The suspects were detained at a rumoured gay wedding ceremony at a hotel in the state, according to a tweet on the police command’s Twitter account on Tuesday.
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The authority further stated that the suspects would shortly be paraded in front of everyone.
However, Macaulay, the priest at St. Peter’s House, the chaplain of Manchester’s universities, responded to the development by stating that the LGBTQ population is not a danger to Nigeria.
He urged the government and concerned security personnel to concentrate on the more pressing issues plaguing the nation while allowing LGBTQ people to engage in social activities.
“Recent reports from Nigeria reveal the arrest of around 100 individuals at a supposedly same-sex wedding event.
“This incident highlights the restrictions on gatherings and social interactions for queer individuals in Nigeria, prompting concerns about the increasing challenges faced by the LGBTQ community.
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The Same Sex Marriage Prohibition Act bans marriage, not socialisation.
“Rather than addressing genuine security concerns, these actions seem to exacerbate the difficulties experienced by LGBTQ people.
“It’s important to recognise that the LGBTQ+ community is not a threat to the nation; their desire is simply to live without interference,” Macaulay said on Instagram.
He pleaded with the security guards to focus law enforcement efforts on combating insurgent activity and preventing hate crimes.
“The prevailing perception of corruption and brutality within the Nigerian police raises concerns about their understanding and application of the law.
“It’s crucial to note that the existing anti-gay legislation primarily aims to prosecute same-sex relationships and intimate encounters, rather than social interactions.
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“Allowing LGBTQ+ individuals in Nigeria to live openly and peacefully should be a priority.
“The anguish expressed by the LGBTQ+ community resonates deeply, as they navigate an environment marked by hostility and anxiety.
“In this challenging time, I express my solidarity with LGBTQ+ Nigerians, both within the country and beyond its borders”, Macauley concluded.
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