Donald Trump has once again issued a stern warning to the Nigerian government over the continued killing of Christians, threatening to take severe action if the situation persists.
In a statement delivered from his podium, Trump declared: “If the Nigerian government continues to allow the killings of Christians, the USA will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria. We are going to do things to Nigeria that Nigeria is not going to be happy about.”
This renewed warning follows his earlier comments accusing the Nigerian authorities of turning a blind eye to religiously motivated attacks. The U.S. government has since listed Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern,” a designation that opens the door to possible sanctions and restrictions on aid.
Reports suggest Trump has instructed the Department of Defense to prepare for “possible actions” in response to the situation, underscoring the seriousness of his threat.
The Nigerian government, however, has strongly rejected the allegations. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, maintained that religious persecution is impossible under Nigeria’s constitution, insisting that the country’s violence stems from ethnic and criminal conflicts rather than religion.
Trump’s renewed remarks have sparked international debate, with analysts warning that his approach could heighten diplomatic tensions between Washington and Abuja. Others argue that it might pressure Nigerian authorities to intensify their response to the insecurity that has plagued parts of the country.
As tensions rise, observers are watching closely to see whether Trump will act on his warning — and how Nigeria will respond to the growing pressure from Washington.
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