U.S. Congressman Moore to Monitor Nigeria's 2027 Elections

U.S. Congressman Riley Moore, representing West Virginia's second district, announced that the U.S. will closely monitor Nigeria's 2027 general election, highlighting the significance of credible elections in Washington's engagement with Nigeria.

During an interview, Moore indicated that the U.S. administration, under President Donald Trump, will pay close attention to the electoral process. He mentioned the consideration of an appropriations bill that includes provisions related to Nigeria, particularly focusing on religious freedom and U.S. security assistance.

This legislation aims to address the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and could impact future American security assistance to the country. Moore co-sponsored the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2026, which requires the U.S.

Secretary of State to submit periodic reports to Congress regarding Nigeria's compliance with international religious freedom obligations. Additionally, the U.S.

House Appropriations Committee approved provisions for tighter oversight of financial assistance to Nigeria, proposing to withhold 50% of certain foreign aid until Nigeria takes effective steps to curb religious violence.