Netizens expressed gratitude on Sunday towards Israel’s UN Representative, Gilad Erdan, for raising concerns about killings in Jos, Plateau State. Speaking at a United Nations Security Council Meeting on January 12, Erdan urged the UN to broaden its focus beyond the Israel-Hamas war, questioning the lack of attention given to killings in other countries.
In a video shared on social media, Erdan highlighted the murder of 200 Nigerian Christians on Christmas Eve in Plateau and the broader issue of 50,000 Christians killed in Nigeria over the past decade. He criticized the council’s lack of concern, stating, “No Jews, no news.”
Reactions from netizens were mixed. Some, like @pwajok_jane, appreciated the international attention on Nigeria, stating, “Finally, someone has brought up Nigeria in the Security Council!” Others, such as @genxys, were skeptical, claiming that Israel’s representative used Nigeria as a context to justify their own actions.
The Plateau State attack on December 24, 2023, involved gunmen targeting 25 communities in three local government areas, resulting in over 150 deaths and the displacement of over 10,000 residents.
The incident was likened to the Rwanda genocide by North Central governors. The Nigerian government vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
While some users praised Erdan’s efforts, others, like @YushAsil, criticized him, accusing him of hypocrisy and neglecting issues in his own country.
The public response reflects a range of opinions, acknowledging the spotlight on Nigeria’s situation but also questioning Erdan’s motives and Israel’s role in conflicts.
