United States Congressman Bill Huizenga has ruled out the likelihood of President Donald Trump ordering any military action against Nigeria despite rising concerns over alleged religious persecution and killings in the country.
In an exclusive interview with Arise Television, Huizenga explained that while President Trump had spoken strongly about the violence targeting Christians and other groups in Nigeria, military intervention was not among his top priorities.
“I suspect that actual military intervention in Nigeria is not a high priority,” he said. “The President wants to ensure that, from his view, the genocide happening specifically against Christians, but also others in Nigeria, needs to stop. But I don’t envision a military response.”
The lawmaker suggested that economic sanctions against individuals and organisations linked to violence would be more effective than any military action.
Huizenga further commended Trump’s foreign policy approach, noting that he had consistently prioritised peace over war.
He expressed concern over the ongoing attacks by radicalised groups such as Fulani militants and Boko Haram, saying they had targeted both Christians and moderate Muslims.
“I was surprised by how forcefully the President spoke,” he admitted. “But I think he wants to stop the killings through economic pressure and sanctions rather than war. This President has been someone who pursues peace, not endless conflict.”
He added that sanctions could help cripple the financial networks of terrorist organisations, saying: “Sanctions cut off the flow of money and travel. We may not know who funds the Fulani or Boko Haram operations, but cutting off their financial lifelines will make a difference.”
The Congressman also warned against repeating past global mistakes, saying, “We were too late on Rwanda and South Sudan. Let’s not be too late again.”
He lamented that attacks on Christians and moderate Muslims had become systematic and coordinated, citing incidents where “200 Christians were slaughtered on Christmas Eve a few years ago.”
“I’ve spoken with villagers and religious leaders who feel constantly targeted. The situation is deeply worrying,” he added.
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