- Ribadu noted that the meeting followed previous talks in Washington, DC, focused on mutual security interests
- the talks centred on counter-terrorism, regional stability, and strengthening strategic defence ties
- President Trump had earlier directed Riley Moore and the House Appropriations Committee to investigate alleged attacks on Christians
United States Congressman Riley Moore says he has concluded what he described as a “very productive” visit to Nigeria, announcing the end of his trip in a post on his X handle.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Moore stated he travelled “in the name of the Lord and on behalf of the American people,” although he gave no details about his engagements or the officials he met.
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Earlier, Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, disclosed that he had received a US Congressional delegation as part of ongoing security discussions between both countries.
Ribadu noted that the meeting followed previous talks in Washington, DC, focused on mutual security interests.
He added that US Ambassador Richard Mills also attended the session, underscoring the importance both nations place on security cooperation.
According to Ribadu, the talks centred on counter-terrorism, regional stability, and strengthening strategic defence ties.
The visit comes amid heightened diplomatic tensions following President Donald Trump’s redesignation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern over alleged religious freedom violations a move that has drawn strong reactions from Abuja.
In Washington, US lawmakers have continued to debate the matter, with the House Subcommittee on Africa holding a public hearing while House Republicans issued fresh warnings about rising religious violence.
President Trump had earlier directed Riley Moore and the House Appropriations Committee to investigate alleged attacks on Christians and report back to the White House.
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