Tinubu To Meet Trump Over Alleged Christian Genocide In Nigeria – Presidency

President Bola Tinubu is expected to meet with United States President Donald Trump in the coming days to discuss allegations of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, the Presidency has confirmed.

Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, announced the development on Friday. He said both leaders share a strong commitment to combating insurgency and terrorism in all its forms.

“Both President Bola Tinubu and President Donald Trump have a shared interest in the fight against insurgency and all forms of terrorism against humanity,” Bwala stated.

According to him, the meeting could hold either at the State House in Abuja or at the White House in Washington, depending on diplomatic and scheduling arrangements.

The planned engagement follows Trump’s recent comments accusing the Nigerian government of turning a blind eye to what he described as “systematic attacks” on Christians. The former U.S. president warned that the United States might consider suspending aid or taking other measures if the alleged persecution is not addressed.

Bwala, however, defended the Nigerian government’s record, stressing that the Tinubu administration has made significant progress in restoring security and stability across the country. He also acknowledged Trump’s past support for Nigeria’s counter-terrorism operations.

“President Trump assisted Nigeria by authorising the sale of arms to Nigeria. President Tinubu has maximised that support in the ongoing fight against terrorism, and the results are visible,” Bwala added.

Addressing the controversy over whether extremist groups in Nigeria target only Christians, Bwala said the issue would form part of the discussions between both presidents.

“As for the differences regarding whether terrorists in Nigeria target only Christians or attack people of all faiths, such perspectives will be discussed and clarified when the two leaders meet,” he explained.

Trump’s renewed interest in Nigeria comes amid growing pressure from U.S. lawmakers. Congressman Riley Moore recently accused the Nigerian government of tolerating “systematic persecution and slaughter of Christians” and called for Nigeria to be redesignated as a “Country of Particular Concern” by the U.S. State Department.

The Presidency expressed confidence that the meeting between both leaders would strengthen diplomatic ties and promote mutual understanding on security, religious freedom, and human rights.