Trump Declares Nigeria 'Country of Particular Concern' Urging Congress Investigation into Mass Christian Killings

President Donald Trump has declared Nigeria a "Country of Particular Concern" due to the ongoing slaughter of thousands of Christians, attributing the violence to radical Islamists. He called on the House Appropriations Committee, including Congressman Riley Moore and Chairman Tom Cole, to investigate the matter and report back to him, emphasizing the urgent need for action. This designation, typically made under the International Religious Freedom Act, highlights countries with systematic violations of religious freedom and can lead to sanctions and diplomatic measures. Trump cited estimates from Open Doors that thousands of Nigerian Christians have been killed this year, representing a significant portion of global Christian fatalities. He expressed a commitment to protecting the global Christian population and urged the United States not to stand by as such atrocities occur. The situation reflects a broader concern over religious persecution and the potential for U.S. intervention to address this humanitarian crisis.