United States Congressman Riley Moore has renewed concerns over attacks on Christians in Nigeria, saying communities in the country continue to experience what he called “unspeakable violence”.
Moore made the remarks on X while reflecting on the first anniversary of President Donald Trump’s decision to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) over religious freedom concerns.
The Republican lawmaker urged continued international efforts to protect Christians in Nigeria and other parts of the world where religious persecution occurs.
He also credited the Trump administration, Republican lawmakers in the House Appropriations Committee and faith-based advocacy groups with contributing to efforts to address the situation.
According to Moore, measures to condition US aid to Nigeria and demand stronger protection for Christians had begun to produce results.
He cited the absence of a reported massacre of Christians during the most recent Christmas period as an indication of progress, while stressing that further action was necessary.
Moore also acknowledged what he described as signs that the Nigerian government was becoming more willing to address violence against Christian communities.
Nigeria’s CPC designation has been a subject of debate in Washington since it was first introduced in 2020 under Trump’s first administration.
The designation was removed by former President Joe Biden in 2021 before Trump restored it in November 2025, citing continued attacks on Christian communities, particularly in the Middle Belt and North-East.
Under the US International Religious Freedom Act, CPC status gives Washington options that may include sanctions, aid restrictions and diplomatic pressure.
Following the redesignation, Republican lawmakers called for conditions to be attached to US assistance to Nigeria, including measurable steps to protect Christians and prosecute those responsible for religious violence.
The Federal Government, however, has consistently rejected the description of insecurity in Nigeria as religious persecution.
It argues that armed violence involving Boko Haram, ISWAP, bandits and farmer-herder clashes affects people of different religious backgrounds, including Christians and Muslims.
The government has also said it is implementing security reforms, engaging with US officials on fact-finding and strengthening protection for vulnerable communities in Benue, Plateau, Southern Kaduna and other affected areas.
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