U.S. Defense Chief Alerts Trump on Nigeria Action Readiness Amid Rising Attacks

The U.S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, has declared Washington's preparedness for military action in Nigeria in response to terrorist operations targeting Christians.

This comes after former U.S. President Donald Trump raised concerns about religious violence in Nigeria, warning of international repercussions.

Hegseth, a supporter of Trump, delivered a strong message, accusing the Nigerian government of failing to protect religious minorities and allowing faith-based attacks to persist. The Nigerian government denies these claims, emphasizing its efforts to combat terrorism and banditry affecting citizens' security and beliefs.