From VANGUARD:
Over 20 Bishops of the Anglican Diocese of Sapele have condemned the introduction of Islamic banking in the country. In a communique issued at the end of their First Synod they urged the government to “review the conditions for the approval of non-interest banking and make all possible amendment that would ensure the interest of every religious group in Nigeria."
Christians never used to be allowed to lend money at interst, but unlike the Muslims, they didn't adapt. They went to the Jews, who were allowed to lend at interest to Gentiles, but not much else. Wealthy barons then bought the debts, foreclosed, and seized the debtors' land. Not a nice scenario, and when it caused trouble, the Jews were caught in the middle. Islamic banking was a far better solution!
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ReplyDeletemake all possible amendment that would ensure the interest of every religious group in Nigeria
ReplyDeleteDo these idiots even LISTEN to themselves? No wonder Islam's outpacing Christianity in growth...