US Congress Set to Debate Resolution Urging Tinubu to Protect Christians in Nigeria
A United States lawmaker, Congressman Riley Moore, has announced plans to introduce a new resolution in the House of Representatives condemning the ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria and calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to take stronger action to safeguard religious minorities.
In a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, Moore said the resolution would be tabled on Friday, emphasizing that the U.S. “must not remain silent while thousands of Christians are slaughtered for their faith.” He also praised former President Donald Trump for what he called “incredible leadership” in championing the protection of persecuted Christians, noting that the initiative aligns with Trump’s renewed focus on religious freedom abroad.
“Tomorrow I will introduce a new resolution condemning the ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria and supporting President Trump’s efforts to defend our brothers and sisters in Christ,” Moore wrote. “Thousands have been killed for their faith, and the world has looked away for far too long.”
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In an interview with the New York Post, the West Virginia Republican described the violence in Nigeria as an “existential threat” to Christians, citing continued attacks by Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), and armed Fulani militias. “For too long, the slaughtering of Christians has been ignored. No more,” he declared. “The United States must use its influence to ensure that religious freedom is protected.”
According to details from Moore’s office, the resolution urges Washington to employ “all available diplomatic, economic, and security tools” to press Nigeria’s government to end religious persecution. It calls on Abuja to protect vulnerable communities, repeal blasphemy laws, and release individuals imprisoned for their faith. It also encourages cooperation with international partners and non-governmental organizations to deliver humanitarian aid directly to displaced Christian populations.
The text of the proposed resolution reportedly references a series of high-profile attacks, including the 2022 Pentecost Massacre, the 2023 Christmas Eve killings, and the Holy Week 2025 assault, which collectively claimed hundreds of lives. It characterizes these incidents as part of “deliberate campaigns of religious cleansing.”
Former President Trump added further controversy to the issue with a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, warning that the U.S. could cut all aid to Nigeria if the killings persist. “If the Nigerian Government continues to allow the killing of Christians, the U.S.A. will immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria, and may very well go into that now disgraced country, guns-a-blazing,” he said, adding that the U.S. Department of War had been instructed to prepare for possible action.
In response, Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement reaffirming the country’s commitment to protecting all citizens regardless of faith. “Like America, Nigeria celebrates diversity as its greatest strength,” the ministry said. “Nigeria is a God-fearing nation that respects faith, tolerance, and inclusion, consistent with international norms.”
The resolution comes amid renewed scrutiny of U.S. policy toward Nigeria under President Joe Biden. The current administration removed Nigeria from the State Department’s list of “Countries of Particular Concern,” a designation reinstated under Trump. Meanwhile, Senator Ted Cruz has proposed separate legislation seeking sanctions against Nigerian officials accused of enabling religious persecution or enforcing blasphemy laws.
If passed, Moore’s resolution could reignite diplomatic tension between Washington and Abuja, highlighting the intersection of foreign policy, faith, and human rights in U.S.–Nigeria relations.