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Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by alfarouq(m): 9:22pm On Feb 10, 2023
Pierocash:
Muslims always want to paint this picture that Nigeria is a Muslim state when actually the reverse is the case.

The reason northern Muslims make too much noise is because Christian community in the north are docile and don't like participating in politics.

Look at Kaduna for instance,how can Christians be more than Muslims but Muslims are ruling them, no be juju be that?
How many times have you seen Muslims posting statistics about population of muslims vs christians in the north.

It is Christians that always try to claim that they are more than they really are but reality always proves otherwise.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by Pierocash(m): 9:29pm On Feb 10, 2023
alfarouq:
How many times have you seen Muslims posting statistics about population of muslims vs christians in the north.

It is Christians that always try to claim that they are more than they really are but reality always proves otherwise.
What is the reality proving otherwise?

The only thing is that the Christian community down north are docile ,foolish ,and too dull. No wonder they were conquered by Usman Dan fodio who couldn't penetrate anywhere near the south,him and his foolish jihadists were beaten black and blue in the south ,they ran back to the north with their tails in between their legs.

If the northern community in the north decides to wake up like their counter parts in the south,who born you? By then we will know the actual number.

How can minority be lording the majority,no be juju be that
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by EMREX02: 9:47pm On Feb 10, 2023
Ekundayo7574:
I'm from Kogi state and damm that's a lie I'm a Christian and the muslim in my state are more than the Christians if you compare the local government population, let's be guided and most of us in kabba area will surely vote for our own we dont have anywhere to push him to, let that sink into your skull young man
Young man, you only know about Kabba lga, have you visited other Lgas in Kogi State to justify this claim?
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by Ekundayo7574(m): 10:38pm On Feb 10, 2023
EMREX02:
Young man, you only know about Kabba lga, have you visited other Lgas in Kogi State to justify this claim?
yes brother I school in igala land, most of them are Muslim, the other local government you are talking about consist of 4 local government that's kogi center ebira people they are 85% muslim go and confirm pls, ajaokuta are majority muslim also thats just the real truth
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by Twist4u: 10:46pm On Feb 10, 2023
The fact is,

It is high time Christians test it's popularity in Nigeria come 2023

The Muslims have over estimated their majority over Christian. The APC Muslim - Muslim ticket is a step taking too far

For a fact that Christian lackluster attitude towards politics has given rise to this false narrative of Christian being minority

I have stayed in Kaduna, Taraba, Adamawa, Nasarawa and Plateau State. The Stats given by OP did not come as a surprise to me, at all. they might be more...

What has happened over time is, Muslim hijacked Political power in most of this state and make the Christian feel like Minority and the Christian have played into this and somehow accepted it.

The outcome of 2023 presidential election will come in as a litmus test and a Big shocker to many.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by mcjohny(m): 10:59pm On Feb 10, 2023
alsudan:
Sweet thing is 99% of the Northern Christians are OBIdient.

Add that to SE/SS and 60% of SW , then you will understand why PO already has his inauguration speech ready.
It's a big fat lie bro, they're all rooting for Atiku Abubakar
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by wonder233: 12:25am On Feb 11, 2023
So, it is 50-50 and only muslim govs have been ruling since 1999?
yomi531:
Guy, sharply go change that Kogi own b4 I send thunder to u. Kogi na place wey I sch from pry to University. I dey chew igala language like mad. Kogi is at 50-50 or 48-52. If u wan argue that one. Let's go
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by yomi531(m): 7:22am On Feb 11, 2023
wonder233:
So, it is 50-50 and only muslim govs have been ruling since 1999?
U wan argue A state wey I sabi pass My own state of origin(Osun)? A state where I spent my first 21 years in life. If I say things about myself in kogi state over the years, guys from there will know its me talking. I wanna keep things low. I speak igala more than some true born igalas. Let me tell u, not even an igala man will tell u the true percentage of Christians /Muslims in the state. They are too close to tell. For every Musa Shauibu u see, u also see an Ojima or Okpanachi. The place I stayed is close to Enugu people. Apart from the Igbos, I have never seen another tribe that likes seminary like the igalas. They take pride in having one or two sons become a priest. Chairman, Christians/ Muslims Yapa for kogi. Just like we yorubas, u will also see a family that has people of both faith coexisting without troubles. About the governor stuff, just like in Naija generally, we have more Powerful Muslim politicians than their Christian counterparts. That just the basic truth..
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by wonder233: 7:29am On Feb 11, 2023
So peaceful coexistence of both religions mean by coincidence, only muslims have been ruling the state since 1999? And Christians are only good as deputies? Bro, the governorship position will always reflect the numbers no matter how peaceful both religions coexist.
yomi531:
U wan argue A state wey I sabi pass My own state of origin(Osun)? A state where I spent my first 21 years in life. If I say things about myself in kogi state over the years, guys from there will know its me talking. I wanna keep things low. I speak igala more than some true born igalas. Let me tell u, not even an igala man will tell u the true percentage of Christians /Muslims in the state. They are too close to tell. For every Musa Shauibu u see, u also see an Ojima or Okpanachi. The place I stayed is close to Enugu people. Apart from the Igbos, I have never seen another tribe that likes seminary like the igalas. They take pride in having one or two sons become a priest. Chairman, Christians/ Muslims Yapa for kogi. Just like we yorubas, u will also see a family that has people of both faith coexisting without troubles.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by Gaabasky: 7:58am On Feb 11, 2023
The worst sect of people are those that keep doing the same negative things all over. Obi pro are dangerously dangerous using religion and tribal lines to widen our crashed lines. Someone sud tell them to be very careful.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by yomi531(m): 8:03am On Feb 11, 2023
wonder233:
So peaceful coexistence of both religions mean by coincidence, only muslims have been ruling the state since 1999? And Christians are only good as deputies? Bro, the governorship position will always reflect the numbers no matter how peaceful both religions coexist.
Even after all I said, u still dey argue? I told u that for every 5 Zakaris u see, They are another 5 Unekwus, Enebis , Ojochenemis and many more. U just stay God knows where dey argue. E sure me say even Chairman of NPC (Census), can't dispute the fact that it is too close to tell. 50/50 or at most 48 % Christians and 52 for Muslims for the igalas. As for Ebira , thats like 85% Muslims to 15% of Christians. Coming to the west which is Okun(Kabba), its 85% Christians and the rest Muslims and traditionalists. Mind u, the west (Okun)has more population than the Central(Ebira). U just dey argue wetin u no know. There are some local govts in igala side that dont have Muslims sef. Ibaji, Odolu. Those ones dey intermarry the Igbos . There's another town where my bossom friend Comes from Ogugu, those knows no get indigeneous muslims at all. Guy I rest my case. Christians have been docile not just in Kogi or nasarawa but, in the whole country. Na now eyes dey open to politics. Like I said, we have more powerful Muslim politicians in naija than their Christian counterpart. I rest my case.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by juman(m): 8:04am On Feb 11, 2023
Digitron:
There is no state in North West that has up to 15% Christians outside Kadunna.

Kogi has slightly more muslims than Christians.

Kwara has less than 20% christians.

Lets be realistic
Abi o.
The guy appeared drunk.
Kwara is muslim dominated state.
Some of us have some family members that are christians.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by juman(m): 8:07am On Feb 11, 2023
Ipob is trying so hard to divide nigerians based on religion.
That is not good campaign strategy.

All human beings are equal.

Religion is largely scam.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by Kog45(m): 8:13am On Feb 11, 2023
Digitron:
There is no state in North West that has up to 15% Christians outside Kadunna.

Kogi has slightly more muslims than Christians.

Kwara has less than 20% christians.

Lets be realistic
Kwara Christians is 40% and Kogi should be Christian 50% and Muslim 50%
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by 3ple9iner: 8:23am On Feb 11, 2023
Statistician of the federation I give gou hand 🙌
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by Digitron: 8:24am On Feb 11, 2023
Kog45:
Kwara Christians is 40% and Kogi should be Christian 50% and Muslim 50%
Kwara is not Ilorin city ooooo.

How is Kogi 50 50

Igala which are 50% of the state are 55% Muslim and 45% Christains
Okuns with 30% of the states are 90% Christains and 10% Muslims
Ebira with 20% of the states 80% muslims and 20% Christains
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by wonder233: 9:55am On Feb 11, 2023
Bro nothing like docile, if an ethnic or religious group have a majority, they rule. Its as simple as that. Muslims have been ruling Kogi because overall, they have more population. Its as simple as that. All these complicated analysis aren't needed.
Its like Kaduna, muslims rule there cos they have the majority population.
yomi531:
Even after all I said, u still dey argue? I told u that for every 5 Zakaris u see, They are another 5 Unekwus, Enebis , Ojochenemis and many more. U just stay God knows where dey argue. E sure me say even Chairman of NPC (Census), can't dispute the fact that it is too close to tell. 50/50 or at most 48 % Christians and 52 for Muslims for the igalas. As for Ebira , thats like 85% Muslims to 15% of Christians. Coming to the west which is Okun(Kabba), its 85% Christians and the rest Muslims and traditionalists. Mind u, the west (Okun)has more population than the Central(Ebira). U just dey argue wetin u no know. There are some local govts in igala side that dont have Muslims sef. Ibaji, Odolu. Those ones dey intermarry the Igbos . There's another town where my bossom friend Comes from Ogugu, those knows no get indigeneous muslims at all. Guy I rest my case. Christians have been docile not just in Kogi or nasarawa but, in the whole country. Na now eyes dey open to politics. Like I said, we have more powerful Muslim politicians in naija than their Christian counterpart. I rest my case.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by CapitalCee(m): 10:09am On Feb 11, 2023
senatordave1:
Pure rubbish...

Adamawa Christians 50% Muslims 50%

Taraba Christian 55% Muslims 45%

Gombe Christians 30% muslims 70%

Bauchi Christians 10% muslims 90%

Yobe Christians 5% muslims 95%

Borno Christians 8% muslims 92%

Kaduna Christian 48% muslims 52%

Katsina Christians 3% muslims 97%

Jigawa Christian 4% Muslims 96%

Kano Christian 10% Muslims 90%

Kebbi Christian 25% muslims 75%

Sokoto Christian 9% Muslims 91%

Zamfara Christians 1% muslims 99%

Kwara Christians 30% muslims 70%

Niger Christian 27% muslims 73%

Kogi Christian 49% muslims 51%

Nasarawa Christians 54% muslims 46%

Plateau Christians 75% muslims 25%

Benue Christians 93% Muslims 3%

Fct Christians 50% Muslims
Christians are not more tgan Muslims in Nassarawa
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by vhykeeytor(m): 10:17am On Feb 11, 2023
Ekundayo7574:
I'm from Kogi state and damm that's a lie I'm a Christian and the muslim in my state are more than the Christians if you compare the local government population, let's be guided and most of us in kabba area will surely vote for our own we dont have anywhere to push him to, let that sink into your skull young man
The other time, you said that you are a Christian from southwest, now you are saying something else. You can't be trusted..you are just a faceless criminal...one of the people nairalander should be weary of.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by yomi531(m): 7:42am On Jul 22, 2024
ACCURETE:
KOGI STATE shock me
I know Kogi wella. Its too close to call. Okuns are Predominantly Christians while, Egbiras are Muslims with, a few Christians. Its amongst the Igalas that the major confussion comes in. If u say they are 50/50, u won't be wrong. May be 48/52 Christian/Muslim or the other way round. Coz Igalas are also very liberal like the Yorubas. I am too sure of this. I sabi kogi wellaaaa. Just like the Igbos, Igala Catholics also take pride in having one of their sons become a Priest. Forget the mumu talk of Muslims producing Governors.
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by ugwa007: 10:06am On Nov 11, 2025
Most Igala Christians do not live in Kogi state. They are often educated.

50% at least of Igala people are Christians but often not political, 45% Muslims and 5% Purely traditional.

The Muslim Igala population are not very adherent like their Christian brothers and you will find a sizeable switch between Ifa and Islam.

I am Igala so I know.

My elder brother who was a Muslim just converted back to Christianity. I have uncles who are both Muslims and Christians, we are very liberal and that is why we want Nigeria to be divided before this extremism gets to our land please and please
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by runningriot:
[quote author=sarkinbauchi post=120788388]GENUINE POPULATION STATISTICS OF CHRISTIANS & MUSLIMS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA BY GEO-POLITICAL ZONES

1) NORTH-EAST:
Adamawa State: 60% Christians 40% Muslims.

Taraba State: 75% Christians 25% Muslims

Gombe State: 45% Christians 55% Muslims

Borno State: 30% Christians 70% Muslims

Bauchi State: 30% Christians 70% Muslims

Yobe State: 25% Christians 75% Muslims

2) NORTH-CENTRAL
Benue State: 95% Christians 5% Muslims

Plateau State: 90% Christians 10% Muslims

Nasarawa State: 70% Christians 10% Muslims 20% Traditional

Kogi state 60% Christians 40% Muslims

Kwara State: 40% Christians 60% Muslims

Niger State: 40% Christians 30% Muslims 30% Traditional

3) NORTH-WEST:
Kano State: 25% Christians 75% Muslims

Jigawa State: 15% Christians 85% Muslims

Katsina State: 30% Christians 70% Muslims

Sokoto State: 10% Christians 90% Muslims

Zamfara State 20% Christians 80% Muslims

Kebbi State 30% Christians 60% Muslims 10% Traditional

Kaduna State: 55% Christians 45% Muslims

This metrics and indices are flawed with cognitive bias! If I can't talk of any place I can speak of Nasarawa! The Christian population in Nasarawa is almost 50-50 or Christian is 60 and Muslim 40. For Katsina the indices is wrong. Kwara wrong. Taraba wrong. Niger wrong. Gombe Wrong. Kogi wrong. Bauchi wrong. Zamfara wrong Bro and many other places that the indices are wrong. In research and statics you must be objective and free from vested interest and biases. The figures you gave to Christians in some states are way to much to the roof!
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by ayoncox: 8:34am On Jan 31
Digitron:
There is no state in North West that has up to 15% Christians outside Kadunna.

Kogi has slightly more muslims than Christians.

Kwara has less than 20% christians.

Lets be realistic
You are actually wrong, I live in Kwara it's almost 50/50, same for Kogi and Kaduna
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by PHIPEX(m): 8:39am On Jan 31
What about south east
95.99%, 4.9% Traditional. 0.0001% Islam
Re: Population Statistics Of Christians & Muslims In Northern Nigeria by peleson1: 9:27am On Jan 31
sarkinbauchi:
GENUINE POPULATION STATISTICS OF CHRISTIANS & MUSLIMS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA BY GEO-POLITICAL ZONES

1) NORTH-EAST:
Adamawa State: 60% Christians 40% Muslims.

Taraba State: 75% Christians 25% Muslims

Gombe State: 45% Christians 55% Muslims

Borno State: 30% Christians 70% Muslims

Bauchi State: 30% Christians 70% Muslims

Yobe State: 25% Christians 75% Muslims

2) NORTH-CENTRAL
Benue State: 95% Christians 5% Muslims

Plateau State: 90% Christians 10% Muslims

Nasarawa State: 70% Christians 10% Muslims 20% Traditional

Kogi state 60% Christians 40% Muslims

Kwara State: 40% Christians 60% Muslims

Niger State: 40% Christians 30% Muslims 30% Traditional

3) NORTH-WEST:
Kano State: 25% Christians 75% Muslims

Jigawa State: 15% Christians 85% Muslims

Katsina State: 30% Christians 70% Muslims

Sokoto State: 10% Christians 90% Muslims

Zamfara State 20% Christians 80% Muslims

Kebbi State 30% Christians 60% Muslims 10% Traditional

Kaduna State: 55% Christians 45% Muslims
Yet all the governors are Fulani Muslims
They are really dealing with Christians in the North and now Christians are so weak in the North
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