U.S. Congress Submits Report on Christian Persecution in Nigeria

The U.S. Congress, through the House Committee on Appropriations, formally submitted a comprehensive report on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria.

This report, presented by Congressman Riley Moor, outlines findings and recommendations aimed at addressing religious violence and enhancing security cooperation between the U.S. and Nigeria. The report is a product of months of investigation, including expert hearings and consultations with religious leaders, as well as a bipartisan fact-finding visit to Nigeria.

During this visit, the delegation toured internally displaced persons camps in Benue State and met with victims of terrorism and senior Nigerian officials, including National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu. The report recommends establishing a bilateral U.S.-Nigeria security agreement to protect vulnerable Christian communities, dismantling jihadist networks, and imposing sanctions on individuals and groups responsible for religious persecution.

It also suggests withholding certain U.S. funds until the Nigerian government takes demonstrable action to curb violence.