Alleged Genocide: Russia Warns US Against Interference In Nigeria
Russia has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against American military intervention in Nigeria, saying it is “closely monitoring” the political situation in the West African country.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that Trump on November 1, 2025, claimed he had instructed the U.S. Department of Defense to prepare “options for action” in Nigeria to “protect Christian communities,” alleging widespread persecution.
However, in a statement issued in Moscow, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova urged the United States to respect Nigeria’s sovereignty and adhere to international law.
“Russia is closely following developments in Nigeria and calls on the United States to refrain from any steps that could escalate tensions,” Zakharova said.
“Such statements are unconstructive and potentially destabilising. Any unilateral military intervention in a sovereign African nation would represent a grave violation of the United Nations Charter.”
She added that Moscow “reaffirms its commitment to the principles of non-interference” and encourages all parties to prioritise dialogue, cooperation, and respect for Nigeria’s territorial integrity.
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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