Trump’s Religious Freedom Designation on Nigeria Signals Tougher America First Stance Against Islamist Violence
President Trump’s bold declaration labels Nigeria a “country of particular concern” for religious freedom violations, spotlighting radical Islamist violence and opening the door for sanctions that protect American values and global Christian communities.
In a strategic move that reinforces America’s commitment to defending religious liberty worldwide, President Donald Trump has designated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” due to its failure to curb the violent persecution of Christians by radical Islamist groups.This designation is more than symbolic. It sets the stage for potential U.S. sanctions—including restrictions on non-humanitarian aid—aimed at holding the Nigerian government accountable for the ongoing crisis. For too long, Washington has turned a blind eye to the mass slaughter threatening millions of Christians in Africa’s most populous nation. How long will we allow extremist violence overseas to go unchecked,...
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