The Federal Government has strongly refuted allegations by former U.S. President Donald Trump accusing Nigeria of genocide against Christians, describing the claims as a “dangerous distortion” orchestrated by foreign lobbyists.
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Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated this during a world press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, held alongside the presidential media team. He maintained that Nigeria’s counter-terrorism campaign remains impartial and committed to protecting all citizens, regardless of faith or ethnicity.
Idris said the government took note of the U.S. decision to redesignate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged religious freedom violations but insisted that the move was based on “a misreading and misjudging” of Nigeria’s complex security realities.
“Terrorism does not exclusively target any religious or ethnic group. It is a war against all peace-loving Nigerians,” Idris declared, describing reports of state complicity as “misinformation or faulty data.”
He alleged that intelligence reports have traced the source of the allegations to foreign lobbyists with links to criminal networks operating in Nigeria.
“We have seen a correlation between some lobbyists operating in the U.S. and local actors who amplify false narratives abroad. This has become a serious issue of concern to the government,” he said.
The minister assured that investigations into such activities are ongoing, adding that President Bola Tinubu remains resolute in his determination to defeat terrorism and restore peace.
“Nigeria welcomes more collaboration and partnership with the United States and other allies to eliminate terrorism on Nigerian soil,” Idris affirmed.
Idris highlighted what he described as “real and remarkable” progress made by Nigeria’s security forces including the Armed Forces, intelligence agencies, and law enforcement where personnel of all faiths operate in unity.
He said the recent overhaul of the nation’s Service Chiefs was designed to inject “fresh energy, innovation, and accountability” into security operations, in line with President Tinubu’s directive that “every inch of Nigerian territory must be secured.”
| Category | Key Achievements |
|---|---|
| Terrorists Neutralised | Over 13,500 neutralised nationwide, including 592 in Borno within eight months. Prominent bandit leaders Ali Kachalla, Boderi, and Halilu Sububu killed in North-West operations. |
| Suspects Arrested | Over 17,000 suspects arrested, including top ANSARU commanders Mahmud Muhammad Usman (“Emir”) and Abubakar Abba. |
| Victims Rescued | More than 9,800 victims rescued; 124,000 insurgents and families have surrendered, handing over 11,000 weapons. |
| Weapons Seized | Over 5,000 military-grade rifles recovered and destroyed; more than 20 arms trafficking networks dismantled. |
| Regional Impact | Nigeria records lowest terror attacks in a decade (Global Terrorism Index, March 2025); ANSARU “Mahmudawa” cell dismantled near Kainji National Park. |
| Rule of Law | Ongoing prosecutions of suspects to ensure accountability under due process. |
Idris reiterated that Nigeria’s security efforts are driven by unity, not division, stressing that extremism “has no religion and no place in a just society.”
He appealed for balanced global engagement rather than inflammatory rhetoric, saying Nigeria “will continue to safeguard its sovereignty while strengthening partnerships for peace and development.”
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