US Lawmakers Pressure Trump to Act on Genocide Against Christians in Nigeria
Amid growing global concern, mounting pressure continues to build on U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration to intervene in what several American lawmakers have described as the genocidal killing of Christians in Nigeria, PulseNets learnt.
South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace was the latest voice to join the chorus, urging decisive international action. She stated on Wednesday that
“Faith is under fire, and you don’t have to be a Christian to recognize evil when you see it.” Mace further emphasized that “What’s happening to Christians in Nigeria is nothigenocng short of genocide, and denial won’t stop the bloodshed.”
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has repeatedly confirmed ongoing attacks on Christian communities by extremist groups, urging the global community to rise in defense of religious freedom and human dignity.
PulseNets obtained reports that several other U.S. lawmakers have echoed similar sentiments, denouncing the targeted killings and urging accountability for those responsible.
In a bold legislative move, Senator Ted Cruz introduced the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act, a bill seeking sanctions against Nigerian officials allegedly complicit in the killings or involved in enforcing so-called blasphemy laws.
Jim Risch, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Riley Moore have also condemned what they described as the “genocidal persecution of Christians in Nigeria.”
In a letter addressed to the U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, West Virginia lawmaker Riley Moore expressed deep concern over reports suggesting that “corrupt elements within the Nigerian government may be complicit, or even directly involved, in some of these attacks.” He urged the U.S. government to officially designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern under international human rights protocols.
However, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu dismissed the allegations, insisting that the country remains united in faith and purpose. Speaking during a public event, Tinubu declared,
“Nigeria is a proud, sovereign nation built on the strength and faith of its people. No religion is under siege here, and no community is excluded.”
He continued, emphasizing national unity:
“Our churches, mosques, and shrines stand together—not as enemies, but as symbols of the harmony that defines us. We will not allow outsiders to dictate who we are or exploit our diversity. Only Nigerians can define Nigeria.”
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PulseNets reported that the issue has reignited debate in both Washington and Abuja, as advocacy groups intensify calls for U.S. action while the Nigerian government defends its record on religious freedom and national cohesion.
