United States Congressman Riley Moore has issued a stark warning to the Nigerian government, urging it to cooperate with the U.S. to end the violence against Christians and cautioning it not to test President Donald Trump's resolve.
Moore, who is leading congressional investigations into the alleged genocide of Christians in Nigeria, delivered the warning during a televised interview on Fox News on Saturday. The lawmaker's comments come amidst heightened tensions following former President Trump's designation of Nigeria as a country of particular concern and his administration's threats of potential military action.
The US lawmaker stated that the Nigerian government must take decisive action to protect its Christian citizens. “Do not test President Trump’s resolve, he is serious about ending the ongoing slaughter of Christians in Nigeria,” Moore asserted during the interview.
He further called for a partnership between the two nations to halt the violence, emphasizing the shared religious connection. “I am asking the Nigerian government to do the right thing and partner with the United States to protect Christians and end the slaughter of our brothers and sisters in Christ,” Moore said.
The basis for the investigation and the subsequent warnings stems from claims by Trump and Republican lawmakers that the Nigerian government has failed to protect religious minorities, leading to widespread violence against Christians. These allegations have been a persistent point of contention in international relations.
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However, the Nigerian government has consistently and strongly denied these accusations, maintaining that it does not persecute any religious groups within its borders. The government's stance sets the stage for a continued diplomatic standoff as U.S. politicians ramp up pressure.
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