President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met with the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja Diocese, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The closed-door meeting formed part of the President’s ongoing engagements with religious leaders aimed at promoting national unity, peace, and social cohesion. Although details of the discussions were not officially disclosed, sources suggested that the talks likely focused on strengthening interfaith harmony and advancing national development efforts.

The meeting came in the wake of recent remarks by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who on Saturday accused Nigeria of failing to curb alleged anti-Christian violence and warned of possible repercussions, including the suspension of American aid. In a post on social media, Trump directed the Pentagon to prepare contingency plans for potential action, raising concerns over religious tensions in the country.

Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, swiftly dismissed the allegations, insisting that the nation’s constitution guarantees freedom of religion and that state-backed persecution is “impossible” under the current administration. The U.S. has since designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” for religious freedom violations, a move that could affect bilateral relations and foreign assistance.

Archbishop Kaigama, a leading voice in interfaith dialogue, has consistently championed peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse religious communities. His visit shows effort the Tinubu administration’s commitment to engaging faith leaders in tackling national challenges, including security and economic reform.

The meeting was documented through official photographs released by the State House, showing President Tinubu and Archbishop Kaigama in a warm and cordial exchange.

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