Nigerian Government Denies Religious Motive in Security Challenges to U.S. Delegation
The Nigerian Attorney General, Lateef Fagbemi, addressed a U.S. delegation led by Congressman Richard Mills Jr., stating that Nigeria's security challenges are not religious but are being tackled with concerted efforts. Fagbemi highlighted the government's commitment to addressing terrorism and violent extremism through due process, with over 860 convictions and 891 discharges from 2017 to 2025.
The government emphasized adherence to court decisions on terrorism-related cases and urged the public not to exaggerate the security situation. This response follows U.S.
President Donald Trump's previous concerns about Nigeria's security situation.
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