– Preaching Banned In Commercial Vehicles – PFN Fires Back
The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has strongly opposed a proposed amendment to the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) Act that seeks to prohibit preaching and other forms of solicitation in commercial vehicles.
The proposed legislation, which has generated widespread public debate, reportedly prescribes penalties for individuals who engage in preaching while travelling in commercial buses and other public transport vehicles.
Reacting to the development, the PFN described the proposal as an infringement on the constitutional rights of Nigerians to freedom of religion, expression and peaceful assembly.
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The fellowship argued that while public safety is important, any attempt to criminalize peaceful religious preaching in commercial vehicles would amount to a violation of fundamental freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution.
The Christian body maintained that religious expression should not be restricted through legislation that targets peaceful evangelism. It urged lawmakers to reconsider the proposal, insisting that existing laws are sufficient to address cases where public conduct becomes disruptive or poses a safety risk.
The development has sparked mixed reactions among Nigerians. While some believe preaching in commercial vehicles can be distracting to passengers and drivers, others argue that banning it outright would set a dangerous precedent against constitutionally protected freedoms.
Preaching Banned In Commercial Vehicles
The proposed amendment is still undergoing the legislative process and has not yet become law. It is expected to face further scrutiny as stakeholders continue to express their views on the measure.
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