United States lawmaker Riley Moore used his official X account to highlight what he described as ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria. His remarks followed the recent designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” by US President Donald Trump, who warned that continued attacks on Christian communities could trigger potential military action.

In his post, Moore directly criticized the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for denying the existence of religious persecution in the country. He pointed to legal and social conditions that, according to him, endanger the lives of Christians living in regions governed by Sharia law.

“Bola Tinubu claims his government opposes religious persecution. But 12 states have Sharia law, and a Christian faces the death penalty for defending his farm from a Muslim Fulani militant who stabbed him repeatedly,” Moore stated.

The lawmaker’s comments underscore concerns about religious freedom in Nigeria, particularly in states where Sharia law is enforced. According to Moore, the administration’s denial of religious discrimination is at odds with incidents in which Christians face violence, sometimes even death, when defending their property or exercising their rights.

By highlighting these incidents, Moore directly challenges the official stance of the Tinubu administration, asserting that the Nigerian government has failed to protect its citizens and uphold their religious freedoms. His remarks aim to draw attention to the risks facing Christian communities and to push for accountability and reform within the country’s political and legal structures.

The video accompanying Moore’s post, where he elaborates on these claims, can be accessed via the link provided on his X account. His statement has already sparked discussion among human rights advocates and observers of Nigeria’s political landscape, highlighting the ongoing debate over religious freedom, governance, and the role of international oversight in ensuring citizens’ safety