A Catholic priest in Nigeria, Fada Angelo Chidi Unegbu, has expressed support for US President Donald Trump’s decision to address the alleged persecution of Christians in the country. Trump’s move follows the designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, with the US leader vowing to take military action to end the purported massacre of Christians.

The US decision has sparked mixed reactions in Nigeria, with some citizens, particularly Christians, welcoming the move, while others argue that the country’s security crisis is not rooted in religious tensions. Fada Angelo, in a statement on his Facebook page, claimed that he and others have been urging Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a prominent Nigerian politician, to intervene in the killings, but their pleas have been ignored.

According to the priest, terrorists in Nigeria are able to move freely, while harmless protesters and agitators have been either killed or imprisoned by the government. He emphasized that the daily slaughter of innocent people is akin to the killing of animals. Fada Angelo also expressed concern about the lack of plans to stop the killings, stating that if the US does not intervene, the situation may become dire.

The priest’s comments come amid ongoing concerns about insecurity and violence in Nigeria, which has led to the loss of countless lives and displacement of many people. The Nigerian government has faced criticism for its handling of the situation, with some arguing that it has not done enough to address the root causes of the violence.

The US decision to designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern has significant implications for the country, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold. The international community is watching closely, and the Nigerian government is under pressure to demonstrate its commitment to protecting the rights and safety of all its citizens. As the situation continues to evolve, it is likely that there will be further developments and reactions from various stakeholders.