The Federal Government has maintained that the United States remains one of Nigeria’s closest allies despite President Donald Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged killings of Christians.
This position was contained in a statement signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Abuja.
“The US has been — and we trust will always remain — a close ally. The Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will maintain our laser focus and steadfast commitment to all partners who believe in genuine peace, stability, freedom, and democracy,” the statement read.