US Congressman to Advise White House on Protecting Christians in Nigeria Amid Rising Threat

A US Congressman intends to advise the White House on safeguarding Christians in Nigeria following Bishop Robert Barron's concerns about Christian killings. The Nigerian Ministry of Defence discloses the primary motive behind the US military's airstrike in Sokoto to counter a rising threat.

The US emphasizes intelligence collaboration with Nigeria instead of carrying out further airstrikes. Musa, a state official, stresses the importance of neutralizing escalating insurgent groups.