Nigeria’s federal government has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s claim of Christian genocide, describing it as false and contrary to the country’s efforts toward peace and unity.
The federal government has rejected US President Donald Trump’s move to designate Nigeria a “country of particular concern” over alleged Christian genocide.
Trump, in a Truth Social post on Friday, claimed that “Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria” and blamed “radical Islamists” for the “mass slaughter” of Christians.
In a statement on Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the claims do not reflect the realities on the ground. Kimiebi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the ministry, said Nigerians of all faiths have long lived, worked, and worshipped together peacefully.
He added that while Nigeria appreciates global concern for human rights and religious freedom, “the allegations are misleading and contrary to the government’s sustained efforts to promote peace and unity.”
“Nigeria remains committed to fighting terrorism, strengthening interfaith harmony, and protecting the lives and rights of all its people under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Ebienfa said.
He added that Nigeria would continue to engage constructively with the United States to enhance mutual understanding of regional security dynamics.
Trump’s remarks follow recent US congressional interest in alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.