The Nigerian Government has strongly rejected President Donald Trump’s claim that Christians are being systematically killed in the country, saying the statement paints a distorted picture of the nation’s complex security situation.
The Federal Government insisted that Nigeria does not tolerate religious persecution in any form and that ongoing security challenges are being addressed without bias toward any faith or group.
It stressed that the government’s priority remains the protection of all citizens and the preservation of national unity amid regional instability.
In a statement released on Saturday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and signed by its spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government described the U.S. leader’s comments as “unfortunate and unfounded.”
It maintained that the violence witnessed in parts of the country stems largely from terrorism and extremism, problems also confronting other nations across the West African and Sahel regions.
“We continue to battle violent extremism driven by divisive and selfish interests,” the statement read.
“Nigeria will never allow such narratives to define us. Our armed forces are fully committed to defending every Nigerian, regardless of faith or ethnicity.”
The government also reaffirmed its dedication to religious harmony, noting that Nigeria’s strength lies in its diversity.
“We are a God-fearing nation where tolerance, inclusion, and mutual respect are central to our values,” it added.
While emphasising its strong diplomatic relations with Washington, the ministry said Nigeria remains open to genuine partnerships that promote peace and democracy.
“The United States has always been a strategic ally,” the statement concluded, “and under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria will continue to work with all nations that share our vision of stability and mutual respect.”
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