Genocide: U.S. Lawmakers Visit Nigeria On Fact-Finding Mission

Amid growing concern over alleged killings of Christians, a high-level delegation of United States lawmakers and diplomats visited Nigeria on Sunday as part of a fact-finding mission.

One of the visiting lawmakers, Riley Moore, wrote on X: “I came to Nigeria in the name of the Lord and on behalf of the American people. Just ending a very productive visit to Nigeria and rounds of meetings. More details to come. Happy Sunday. God is Great!”

Moore has been especially vocal about alleged religious persecution in Nigeria, calling for a reassessment of U.S. military aid and tighter oversight of how American security assistance is deployed.

National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, also confirmed the visit on X, saying he hosted the U.S. Congressional delegation in Abuja, following earlier engagements in Washington, D.C., centred on shared security priorities.

“This morning, I received a U.S. Congressional delegation on a fact-finding mission to Nigeria, following our earlier engagements in Washington, D.C., on shared security priorities.

“The delegation included Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart, Rep. Norma Torres, Rep. Scott Franklin, Rep. Juan Ciscomani, and Rep. Riley M. Moore.

“U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Richard Mills, also attended, reflecting the importance both nations attach to this engagement.”

Ribadu said discussions focused on counter-terrorism cooperation, regional stability, and efforts to strengthen the Nigeria–U.S. strategic security partnership.

“I’m optimistic this engagement will deepen trust, collaboration, and shared commitment to peace and security,” he said.

Olamilekan Adigun

Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.

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