U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to potentially deploy military forces to Nigeria, citing concerns over the alleged persecution of Christians by Islamist militant groups. In a social media post on Saturday, Trump accused the Nigerian government of failing to address the violence adequately and declared that all U.S. aid to the country would be severed. He described Nigeria as a “now disgraced country” and warned of a swift and forceful military intervention if necessary. Trump also designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” under the U.S. State Department’s framework for severe violations of religious freedom, though he provided no concrete evidence to support his claims of widespread Christian killings. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu countered these allegations, emphasizing the nation’s commitment to religious tolerance and collaboration with international partners to address security challenges. Monitoring groups, such as Acled, have noted that the violence in Nigeria has affected both Christians and Muslims, with no evidence suggesting disproportionate targeting of Christians. The situation has sparked debate in U.S. political circles, with some right-wing voices urging action. However, critics argue that Trump’s rhetoric risks escalating tensions without addressing the complex root causes of the conflict.