JUST IN: FG REJECTS TRUMP’S CLAIM OF ‘LARGE-SCALE KILLINGS OF CHRISTIANS’ IN NIGERIA
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By: Sefiu Ajape
The Federal Government has rejected recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump alleging widespread killings of Christians in Nigeria and calling for the country’s designation as a “Country of Particular Concern.”
In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja and signed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government described the claims as “not reflecting the situation on the ground” and inconsistent with Nigeria’s long-standing tradition of religious coexistence.
The statement added that Nigerians of all faiths have continued to live, work, and worship together peacefully.
Ebienfa reaffirmed that Nigeria remains committed to the protection of human rights and the promotion of religious freedom under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Under the leadership of President Tinubu, Nigeria remains committed to fighting terrorism, strengthening interfaith harmony, and protecting the lives and rights of all its people,” the statement read.
While acknowledging international concern about human rights and religious freedom, the Ministry maintained that such narratives must be rooted in factual understanding.
“While Nigeria appreciates global concern for human rights and religious freedom, these claims do not reflect the situation on the ground,” Ebienfa reiterated.
He added that Nigeria would continue to strengthen diplomatic ties with Washington to foster greater cooperation and understanding.
“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,” the spokesperson said.
The statement urged international partners to rely on credible information and recognize Nigeria’s ongoing commitment to countering violent extremism and promoting unity across religious and ethnic lines.
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