NSA Nuhu Ribadu leads Nigerian delegation to US over alleged attacks on Christians

NSA Nuhu Ribadu leads Nigerian delegation to US over alleged attacks on Christians

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, led a high-powered Nigerian government delegation to the United States to address concerns over the alleged targeted killings of Christians in Nigeria.

The delegation included Bianca Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs; Kayode Egbetokun, Inspector General of Police; Lateef Olasunkami Fagbemi, Attorney General of the Federation; General Olufemi Olatunbosun Oluyede, Chief of Defence Staff; and Lt. Gen. EAP Undiendeye, Chief of Defence Intelligence. Other members were Idayat Hassan, Special Adviser to ONSA; Ambassador Ibrahim Babani, Director of Foreign Relations, ONSA; Ambassador Nuru Biu, Acting CDA, Embassy of Nigeria; and Paul Alabi, Political and Economic Section, Embassy of Nigeria.

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US Congressman Riley Moore confirmed the meeting on social media, describing it as “frank, honest, and productive.” He noted that the Nigerian delegation shared the federal government’s concerns over counterterrorism, security assistance, and the protection of vulnerable communities.

Moore emphasised the urgency of addressing violence against Christians in Nigeria, particularly in the North-East and Middle Belt regions. “The United States must see tangible steps to ensure that Christians are not subjected to violence, persecution, displacement, or death simply for their faith,” he said.

He further stated that the US is prepared to collaborate with Nigeria to combat terrorism perpetrated by Boko Haram, ISWAP, and Fulani militants, stressing that Nigeria has the opportunity to strengthen its diplomatic and security relationship with the United States.

“I urge the Nigerians to work with us in cooperation and coordination on this critical issue,” Moore added, reaffirming the US commitment to ending violence against Christians and dismantling terrorist networks in Nigeria.

NSA Nuhu Ribadu leads Nigerian delegation to US over alleged attacks on Christians