President Tinubu to Meet President Trump Over Alleged Christian Killings in Nigeria

President Tinubu to Meet President Trump Over Alleged Christian Killings in Nigeria

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to meet with his United States counterpart, Donald Trump, following heightened tensions over recent claims of Christian genocide in Nigeria.

The announcement was made on X (formerly Twitter) by Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, who confirmed that the meeting would take place “in the coming days.”

“Both President Bola Tinubu and President Donald Trump have shared interests in the fight against insurgency and terrorism against humanity,” Bwala stated.

Focus on Counterterrorism and Security Cooperation

According to Bwala, both leaders are committed to strengthening bilateral efforts against insurgency and terrorism in West Africa.

He praised Trump’s previous administration for supporting Nigeria’s military by authorizing arms sales, which he said helped Tinubu’s government achieve major results in counterterrorism operations.

“President Trump has assisted Nigeria a lot by authorising the sale of arms to Nigeria, and President Tinubu has effectively utilised that support in the fight against terrorism, with massive results to show,” Bwala noted.

Clarifying Differences Over Religious Targeting

Bwala also revealed that one key topic for discussion will be the perception gap between Washington and Abuja over whether extremist groups in Nigeria are specifically targeting Christians or attacking people of all faiths.

He explained that this issue would be openly discussed and resolved during the high-level meeting, which could be held either at the State House in Abuja or the White House in Washington D.C.

“As for the differences as to whether terrorists in Nigeria target only Christians or people of all faiths, the matter will be discussed and resolved by the two leaders when they meet,” Bwala said.

Trump’s Threat of Military Action Against Nigeria

This diplomatic development follows President Donald Trump’s warning that the United States may consider military intervention in Nigeria over alleged anti-Christian violence.

In a viral post shared on Saturday, Trump accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians, warning that the U.S. would suspend all assistance if the situation persists.

“The U.S. may very well go into that now disgraced country, ‘guns-a-blazing,’ to completely wipe out the Islamic terrorists who are committing these atrocities,” Trump wrote.

He added that he had instructed the Department of War to “prepare for possible action,” stating:

“If we attack, it will be fast, vicious, and sweet — just like the terrorists attack our cherished Christians.”

Trump also revealed plans to add Nigeria to the U.S. State Department’s list of “Countries of Particular Concern”, a designation for nations accused of religious persecution.

What to Expect From the Tinubu–Trump Meeting

Political observers believe the meeting could ease mounting tensions between Nigeria and the United States while reaffirming Nigeria’s commitment to religious freedom and international security cooperation.

Both leaders are expected to discuss:

Counterterrorism strategies and arms cooperation

Religious freedom and interfaith harmony in Nigeria

Strengthening bilateral economic and defense ties

If successful, the dialogue could mark a significant reset in U.S.–Nigeria relations amid global scrutiny of Africa’s largest democracy.

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