US Lawmakers Applaud Trump for Designating Nigeria a Country of Concern Over Christian Persecution

US lawmakers, including Rep. Robert Aderholt and House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, praised President Trump for labeling Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) over Christian persecution. The joint statement released highlighted the need to confront the alleged persecution and killings of Christians in Nigeria by terrorist groups.

Rep. Chris Smith noted the importance of holding the Nigerian government accountable for the violence. The move aims to address the escalating Christian genocide in Nigeria and ensure justice for the victims.