A U.S. Congressman has dismissed claims that President Donald Trump is trying to instigate conflict in Nigeria. Congressman Riley Moore made the statement on his social‑media platform after a recent U.S. military airstrike on a terrorist enclave in north‑west Nigeria. The strike, reportedly authorized by President Trump, took place on Christmas Day and targeted an ISIS location in coordination with the Nigerian government. Moore said the president’s intention is to bring peace and security to Nigeria, especially to the Christian community that has suffered violent attacks, and that the operation has given hope to Nigerian Christians.
The comments follow Moore’s leadership of a U.S. delegation to Nigeria to investigate alleged persecution of Christians. During the visit he met religious and traditional leaders, as well as internally displaced persons, in Benue State. He has previously emphasized President Trump’s commitment to ending the killing of Christians in the country.
U.S. military involvement in Nigeria is part of a broader effort to combat terrorism in the region. The Nigerian government has struggled to contain extremist groups such as ISIS and Boko Haram, and the Christmas‑Day airstrike is seen as a significant escalation of U.S. engagement. The situation in Nigeria has drawn international concern, with many calling for increased support to address its security challenges. Moore’s statement suggests that the United States remains committed to assisting Nigeria in its fight against terrorism, though how the two governments will coordinate their efforts remains to be seen.
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