Nigeria Is A Disgrace; It’s Genocide And I’m Really Angry” – Trump Blasts Nigerian Government Over Killings of Christians

 

“Nigeria Is A Disgrace; It’s Genocide And I’m Really Angry” – Trump Blasts Nigerian Government Over Killings of Christians

By Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi
Global Egberi Media International

The political temperature between Washington and Abuja rose sharply on Friday as President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, issued one of his strongest condemnations yet against the Nigerian government. Speaking on a conservative American radio programme—an interview later amplified by Fox News—Trump described the security situation in Nigeria as “a disgrace,” accusing authorities of allowing what he called the genocide of Christians to continue unchecked.

In a tone that conveyed anger, frustration, and the possibility of diplomatic escalation, Trump insisted that thousands of Christians were being slaughtered across the country by extremist groups, while the Nigerian government had failed, in his words, “to do the basic thing every government must do: protect its citizens.”

“Nigeria is a disgrace. The whole thing is a disgrace,” Trump declared.
“They’re killing people by the thousands. It’s a genocide, and I’m really angry about it.”

According to him, the United States “gives a lot of subsidies to Nigeria,” noting that continued inaction by Nigerian authorities could force Washington to “stop everything,” including financial aid.

A Renewed Warning of Consequences

Trump reiterated that Nigeria had already been listed under his administration as a Country of Particular Concern due to religious persecution. He stressed that America would not hesitate to take further measures—including sanctions or, if necessary, direct military action against jihadist groups—should the Nigerian government fail to solve the crisis.

The warning aligns with earlier statements from the United States War Department, which confirmed on Friday that it was working closely with Nigerian security authorities to counter “jihadist terrorist attacks” on Christian communities. The update, released on X (formerly Twitter) by the Secretary of the War Department, followed high-level engagements in Washington.

High-Level Security Meeting in Washington D.C.

Earlier in the week, U.S. Congressman Riley M. Moore met with a powerful Nigerian delegation led by National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. Other members of the delegation included:

  • Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs

  • Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun

  • Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN

  • Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede

  • Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lt. Gen. E. A. P. Undiendeye

  • Senior officials from ONSA and the Nigerian Embassy

The meeting, described as “frank, honest, and productive,” reportedly focused on:

  • escalating attacks on Christian communities

  • the terrorist threat landscape across Nigeria

  • gaps in security assistance

  • protection of vulnerable communities

  • opportunities for enhanced U.S.–Nigeria cooperation

Congressman Moore emphasized that the United States was ready to assist but would not ignore the continuing bloodshed.

“President Trump does not make idle threats,” the statement warned.

Moore added that he would continue monitoring the crisis closely, pressing Nigeria to accept deeper cooperation to curb violence and dismantle terrorist networks.

Nigerian Delegation Expresses Their Concerns

During the discussions, the Nigerian team reportedly acknowledged the scale of the challenges facing the country, including:

  • rising extremist attacks

  • banditry

  • communal conflicts

  • resource constraints

  • intelligence gaps

They expressed willingness to strengthen collaboration with the U.S. to restore peace, protect religious minorities, and confront terrorists with a more coordinated international approach.

A Diplomatic Storm Brewing

Trump’s comments—forceful, emotional, and direct—may amplify global scrutiny of Nigeria’s human rights record and its ability to protect vulnerable communities. With Washington signaling a readiness to escalate pressure, Nigeria may face intensified demands from the international community to urgently address the lingering security crisis that continues to claim lives across the country.

As Nigeria battles insurgency, banditry, and sectarian violence, the world is now watching closely to see what steps the government will take in response to Trump’s latest outburst and the renewed expectations from the United States.

Source: Sahara Reporters

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