The Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review the policy under which individuals may face penalties for preaching in commercial buses, expressing concerns about its potential impact on religious freedom.
According to the council, while maintaining order and ensuring passenger safety are important, any regulations affecting public preaching should be carefully balanced with the constitutional rights to freedom of religion and freedom of expression.
The appeal follows public discussions surrounding the enforcement of Federal Road Safety Corps regulations related to activities that may distract commercial drivers or interfere with safe transportation. The council urged the government to engage religious leaders and other stakeholders in reviewing the policy to ensure clarity and fairness.
The development has generated mixed reactions. Some Nigerians support strict enforcement of measures aimed at reducing distractions for drivers and improving road safety, while others believe the regulations should be implemented in a way that respects peaceful religious expression and other constitutional freedoms.
As discussions continue, many have called for constructive dialogue between government authorities, religious organizations, and road safety officials to promote both public safety and the protection of fundamental rights under the law.
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