Committees of the United States House of Representatives overseeing Appropriations and Foreign Affairs have formally delivered a report to the White House outlining findings and proposed actions concerning the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
The submission follows President Donald Trump’s decision to redesignate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). He had directed Congressman Riley Moore and Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole to spearhead a detailed investigation into claims of targeted violence against Christian communities and the broader security crisis in the country.
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Moore confirmed on Monday that the report had been presented at the White House.
As part of the inquiry, he previously led a bipartisan delegation to Nigeria, where members visited Internally Displaced Persons camps in Benue State, engaged with victims of terrorist attacks, and held discussions with top government officials, including the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.
According to Moore, the report was compiled after months of investigations involving expert testimonies, hearings, roundtable discussions, and two separate fact-finding missions to Nigeria.
He said the delegation now has a clearer understanding of the security threats facing the country and the alleged targeting of Christian communities.
He urged the Nigerian government to take advantage of the moment to strengthen ties with the United States, stressing that deeper collaboration would benefit both nations. Moore added that joint efforts are necessary to confront security challenges and halt violence against Christians.
The document outlines several recommendations, including the establishment of a bilateral US–Nigeria security agreement aimed at safeguarding vulnerable Christian populations and dismantling extremist networks.
It also proposes withholding certain US funds until measurable steps are taken by Nigeria to address the violence.
Other suggested measures include imposing sanctions and visa restrictions on individuals or groups linked to religious persecution, offering technical assistance to combat violence attributed to armed Fulani militias, calling for the repeal of Sharia and blasphemy laws, and partnering with countries such as France, Hungary, and United Kingdom on coordinated international efforts.
Moore commended President Trump for redesignating Nigeria as a CPC and expressed appreciation to House leaders involved in the investigation, including Vice Chair Mario Diaz-Balart, Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast, and Congressman Chris Smith.
Reflecting on his visit, Moore said the delegation witnessed firsthand the scale of violence affecting Christian communities and the broader instability confronting Nigeria, emphasising the need for urgent and coordinated action.
