By TVC News
The United States has dismissed reports suggesting an ongoing genocide against Christians in Nigeria, insisting that the country’s insecurity challenges are not rooted in religion but are part of a wider global menace requiring collective international action.
This clarification came from Massad Boulos, Senior Advisor to former U.S. President Donald Trump on Arab and African Affairs, following a high-level meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Rome, Italy.
According to TVC’s State House Correspondent, Femi Akande, the closed-door discussions focused on strengthening security cooperation between Washington and Abuja, particularly in combating terrorism and enhancing maritime safety across the Gulf of Guinea.
Boulos commended President Tinubu’s administration for what he described as “bold and strategic measures” in addressing Nigeria’s complex security situation. He reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to deepening its partnership with Nigeria, especially in the areas of intelligence sharing, technology-driven surveillance, and counter-terrorism capacity building.
Responding to allegations by some U.S. lawmakers accusing Nigeria of religious persecution, Boulos was categorical:
> “There is no credible evidence of a Christian genocide in Nigeria. The violence witnessed in certain regions stems from broader issues of terrorism, banditry, and organized crime — challenges that transcend religion and affect nations globally.”
He added that the U.S. recognizes the efforts of the Tinubu-led administration to restore peace and stability, emphasizing that terrorism and violent extremism remain global threats demanding unified, cross-border responses.
Diplomatic observers say the meeting underscores Washington’s renewed interest in African security cooperation and Nigeria’s strategic role as a regional powerhouse in the fight against terror.
The Rome engagement is one of several recent international dialogues aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s security architecture and fostering closer ties with its global partners in pursuit of lasting peace, regional stability, and economic development.
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