Trump Warns Military Action If Nigeria Fails to End Killings, Kidnappings

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning hinting at possible military intervention in Nigeria over the alleged genocide of Christians, labeling Nigeria a "now disgraced country" and stating that any attack would be "fast, vicious, and sweet." Nigerian lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor warned the Nigerian government not to dismiss Trump's threat, highlighting the seriousness behind Trump's words and urging conscious diplomacy to avoid foreign intervention. Meanwhile, former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani condemned Trump's remarks as disrespectful and insisted Nigeria is not a disgraced nation; however, he welcomed foreign assistance that strengthens Nigerian institutions without compromising sovereignty. Sani also urged President Bola Tinubu to urgently address Nigeria's security crisis by crushing terrorists and bandits to protect citizens and maintain national integrity. There is broad concern over the escalation of violence, particularly in the Middle Belt, where Christians have suffered significant casualties amid ongoing conflicts involving bandits, Boko Haram, and other groups. The situation has sparked calls for serious government action to end killings and kidnappings while avoiding external military involvement.