Nigeria, Aug. 18 -- The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has commended Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State for reintroducing the teaching of Christian Religious Studies (CRS) in primary and secondary schools across the state.

In a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Is-haq Oloyede, the NSCIA said the governor's action reflected "justice, fairness and inclusivity," which mirror the eternal principles of Islam.

The organisation noted that Islam condemns the persecution of minorities and pointed to Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) example in guaranteeing freedom of belief and worship during his time.

The NSCIA, under the leadership of its President-General, the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar, said Gove...