US Congressman Presents Report to White House Urging Action on Christian Persecution in Nigeria

By Emmanuel Kwada 

Congressman Riley M. Moore (R-WV) today delivered a detailed congressional report to the White House, proposing strong measures to stop the ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria and tackle rising extremist violence in the country.

The presentation took place during a meeting with members of the House Committees on Appropriations and Foreign Affairs.

It follows President Donald Trump’s redesignation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) on October 31, 2025, due to severe violations of religious freedom.

I traveled on a bipartisan delegation to Nigeria and saw with my own eyes the horrific atrocities Christians face.

At the President’s request, Congressman Moore and Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole led a months-long bipartisan investigation.

This included a fact-finding trip to Nigeria by a congressional delegation, hearings with experts, discussions with religious leaders, meetings with internally displaced persons (IDPs), and talks with senior Nigerian officials.

The report highlights key recommendations to address the crisis:

• Creating a bilateral U.S.-Nigeria security agreement to safeguard vulnerable Christian communities and break down jihadist networks.
• Holding back some U.S. funding until Nigeria shows real progress in stopping violence against Christians.
• Applying sanctions and visa bans on people and groups involved in or supporting religious persecution.

• Offering technical help to Nigeria to reduce attacks by armed Fulani militias.
• Calling for the repeal of Sharia and blasphemy laws that contribute to the problems.
• Partnering with countries like France, Hungary, and the United Kingdom on solutions.

In a statement after the meeting, Congressman Moore said:

“Following today’s productive meeting at the White House, I want to thank President Trump for redesignating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern and for his Administration’s commitment to protecting our brothers and sisters in Christ from persecution and addressing the broader security challenges plaguing Nigeria.

“Since President Trump redesignated Nigeria as a CPC and tasked me to lead a Congressional investigation, I have worked diligently with my colleagues to produce the report we presented today.

Together, we must address these pressing security challenges and bring an end to violence against Christians.

“I traveled on a bipartisan delegation to Nigeria and saw with my own eyes the horrific atrocities Christians face, and the instability the Nigerian government must combat.

“Through Congressional hearings, expert testimony, meeting with Internally Displaced People, hearing from religious leaders, and engaging with high-level Nigerian government officials, we have provided a clear picture of the threat environment in Nigeria and the horrific persecution Christians face.

US Congressional Delegation on Fact-Finding Mission to Nigeria.

“This report outlines concrete steps to impose accountability measures, counter radical Islamic terrorism, and lays out a plan to work in coordination and cooperation with the Nigerian government to bring security to all the people of Nigeria.

“Our brothers and sisters in Christ have suffered in silence for too long. The world is now watching, and I urge the Nigerian government to take the opportunity to deepen and strengthen its relationship with the United States.

“Doing so is in the interest of both our great nations. Together, we must address these pressing security challenges and bring an end to violence against Christians.”

The report builds on earlier congressional efforts, including resolutions condemning the violence and proposed legislation like the Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026.

It signals potential further U.S. actions, such as aid cuts or other pressures, if improvements are not made.

The issue has drawn wide attention, with reports of thousands of Christians killed in attacks linked to groups like Boko Haram and Fulani militias.

The U.S. move aims to push for greater protection of religious freedom and stability in Nigeria.

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