U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a scathing rebuke of the Nigerian government, citing what he describes as a widespread and ongoing massacre of Christians in the country. Speaking during a conservative radio interview on Friday, Trump condemned the violence and accused Nigerian authorities of failing to protect vulnerable communities from extremist attacks.
The president emphasized on his earlier decision to classify Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern,” a designation reserved for nations where severe violations of religious freedom are reported. He claimed that thousands of Christians have been killed, calling the situation a “genocide” and labeling Nigeria’s handling of the crisis “a disgrace.”
Trump didn’t stop at criticism. He hinted at a potential freeze on U.S. financial assistance to Nigeria, warning that continued inaction could also prompt military intervention. “We provide substantial aid to Nigeria,” he said. “But if they don’t act, we may have to stop it. We can’t keep supporting a government that allows this kind of brutality.”
He emphasized that the U.S. would not stand by while religious minorities are targeted, and he placed the burden squarely on Nigerian leaders to take decisive steps against Islamist militants responsible for the violence.
Trump’s remarks have reignited global attention on Nigeria’s security challenges and the international community’s expectations for stronger protections of human rights and religious freedom.
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