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<p>We have seen the letter to the International Criminal Court's Chief Prosecutor
from the Southern Kaduna People's Union. We condemn all incidents of intercommunal
violence affecting both Christian and Muslim communities in Nigeria, including recent
attacks in Kaduna State. We also condemn acts of terrorism in North East Nigeria,
including those committed by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa. It is important
that we do not conflate these distinct conflicts as it risks exacerbating tensions.
It is UK Government policy not to unilaterally determine whether genocide has occurred,
in line with the Genocide Convention. This is a matter for competent courts and tribunals,
including the International Criminal Court, after consideration of all the evidence,
rather than governments or non-judicial bodies.</p><p>The UK continues to play an
active role in helping Nigeria to tackle conflict. We call on the Nigerian Government
to take urgent action to protect those at risk violence, bring perpetrators to justice
and implement long-term solutions that address the root causes of conflict.</p><p>
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