Nigerian gay pastor based in UK condemns arrest of suspects at same-sex wedding in Delta

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08/30/2023

LONDON- Following the arrest of over 150 attendees at a same-sex wedding ceremony in Delta state on Tuesday, a Nigerian-British based pastor and Founder, House of Rainbow has condemned the police for carrying out such action against the suspects. According to the pastor by the name, Jide Rebirth Macaulay, the 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. Sharing his opinion on Facebook, he said “Recent reports from Nigeria reveal the arrest of around 100 individuals at a supposedly same-sex wedding event.

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