The Federal Government has responded to recent comments by the United States on religious freedom in Nigeria, reaffirming its commitment to upholding the rights of all citizens regardless of faith or background.
In a statement released on Saturday, November 1, 2025, by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the government restated its determination to confront violent extremism and resist attempts by “special interests” to sow division within the country and across the West African and Sahel regions.
“We remain committed in our resolve to tackle violent extremism fueled by special interests who have helped drive decay and division in countries across the intersecting West African and Sahel regions,” the statement said.
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The ministry also honored victims of extremist attacks and praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for their ongoing efforts to secure the nation. It emphasized that Nigeria’s tradition of religious tolerance remains a core national value.
“Like America, Nigeria has no option but to celebrate the diversity that is our greatest strength. Nigeria is a God-fearing country where we respect faith, tolerance, diversity, and inclusion,” it added.
Reaffirming Nigeria’s long-standing partnership with the United States, the statement expressed confidence that bilateral relations would continue to thrive.
“The U.S. has been—and we trust will always remain—a close ally,” the statement concluded, underscoring President Tinubu’s commitment to advancing peace, stability, and democracy through international cooperation.
On Friday, the U.S. president Donald Trump had designated Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” due to reports of Chrisitian killings by Islamist extremists in the country, with Trump vowing to take immediate action.
