The Nigerian Government says the reasons given by United States President, Donald Trump to designate Nigeria as “Country of Particular Interest” are assumptions they do not “reflect the situation on the ground”.
In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Federal Government says “these claims do not reflect the situation on the ground. Nigerians of all faiths have long lived, worked, and worshipped together peacefully.”
It adds that”Nigeria will continue to engage constructively with the Government of the United States to deepen mutual understanding of regional dynamics and the country’s ongoing peace and security efforts.”
Below is full text of the statement issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs:
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja
Press Release
No: MFA/PR/2025/103
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The Federal Government of Nigeria notes the recent remarks by U.S. President Donald J. Trump alleging large-scale killings of Christians in Nigeria and calling for the country’s designation as a “Country of Particular Concern.”
While Nigeria appreciates global concern for human rights and religious freedom, these claims do not reflect the situation on the ground. Nigerians of all faiths have long lived, worked, and worshipped together peacefully.
Under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria remains committed to fighting terrorism, strengthening interfaith harmony, and protecting the lives and rights of all its people.
Nigeria will continue to engage constructively with the Government of the United States to deepen mutual understanding of regional dynamics and the country’s ongoing peace and security efforts.
Signed:
Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, anipr
Spokesperson,
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja.
Saturday, 1st November, 2025
(Editor: Terverr Tyav)
