(DDM) – United States lawmaker Riley Moore has issued a stern warning to the Nigerian Federal Government over the continued killings of Christians in the country.
The ongoing and tragic series of killings targeting Christians within the country has become a grave concern, highlighting a distressing pattern of violence that demands urgent attention.
This continued persecution has instigated fear and sorrow within the affected communities, leading to a climate of tension and insecurity that undermines the principles of coexistence and peace.
Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathered that Moore emphasized the seriousness with which President Donald Trump is monitoring the situation, cautioning that any continued violence against Christians could provoke international scrutiny and action.
According to the lawmaker, the Trump administration is closely observing security challenges in Nigeria’s North and Middle Belt regions, where attacks by armed groups have disproportionately targeted Christian communities.
Moore described the killings as “unacceptable” and urged Nigerian authorities to take decisive steps to protect vulnerable citizens immediately.
He warned that failure to curb the violence may affect Nigeria’s diplomatic relations and could trigger measures from international partners, including sanctions or travel restrictions.
Observers note that the statement comes amid growing concern from foreign governments over religiously motivated attacks, with many human rights organizations calling for urgent intervention.
The lawmaker stressed the moral and political implications for Nigeria, urging the government to prioritize the protection of all citizens over political considerations.
While the Federal Government has pledged to improve security in affected states, incidents of mass killings, kidnappings, and attacks continue to plague areas such as Benue, Plateau, Kaduna, and Niger.
Civil society groups welcomed Moore’s warning, describing it as a critical reminder that international attention remains focused on Nigeria’s human rights record.
Moore called for transparent reporting of attacks and immediate prosecution of perpetrators, noting that decisive action is essential to restore public confidence in Nigeria’s security institutions.
Experts say sustained international pressure could influence domestic policy and compel stronger measures against perpetrators of religious violence.