U.S. Congressman Riley M. Moore has met with a delegation of senior Nigerian government officials in Washington, D.C., for high-level discussions on the growing attacks against Christians and the wider terrorist threats across Nigeria.
The delegation, led by Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, included top security chiefs such as the Chief of Defence Staff, the Inspector General of Police, the Chief of Defence Intelligence, and other senior officials. They briefed the congressman on the country’s security challenges, counterterrorism efforts, and concerns over ongoing violence affecting vulnerable communities nationwide.
According to the statement released by Moore, the meeting was “frank, honest, and productive,” with a clear emphasis on the rising cases of persecution, displacement, and killings of Christians in parts of Nigeria. He noted that the United States is prepared to strengthen cooperation with Nigeria to curb attacks by Boko Haram, ISWAP, and armed Fulani groups targeting civilian populations.
“I made it crystal clear that the United States must see tangible steps to ensure that Christians are not subject to violence, persecution, displacement, and death simply for believing in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ,” Moore stated.
He added that former U.S. President Donald Trump had already signaled strong support for ending religious persecution in Nigeria, warning that the United States “will not tolerate continued violence against Christians.”
Moore stressed that Washington remains ready to partner closely with Nigeria if the government is willing to “accept the open hand of cooperation to stop the ongoing persecution and violence” and combat terrorist groups threatening the population.
The meeting also signaled an opportunity for Nigeria to further deepen security ties with the United States, with Moore pledging to monitor developments and continue engaging Nigerian authorities on the issue.
Press Release: Congressman Moore Meets With Delegation of Senior Nigerian Officials Regarding the Persecution of Christians and Terrorism Threat in Nigeria
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Riley M. Moore met with a delegation of senior members of the Nigerian government,… pic.twitter.com/VytPVRvFjF
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