Trump Threatens Military Action Over Killings in Nigeria

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that the United States may take military action in Nigeria if the Nigerian government “continues to allow the killing of Christians.” Trump made the statement in a post on Truth Social on Saturday, directing the Department of War (formerly the Department of Defense) to prepare for “possible action.”

Read Trump’s statement on Truth Social.

U.S. May “Go In Guns Blazing,” Says Trump

In his fiery post, President Trump accused the Nigerian government of turning a blind eye to attacks on Christian communities. He warned that the U.S. would “completely wipe out the Islamic terrorists” behind the violence, adding that any operation would be “fast, vicious, and sweet.” Trump also said America would immediately halt all aid and assistance to Nigeria if the killings continue.

Trump Orders Department of War to Prepare

The president announced that he had instructed the Department of War to make military preparations.
He claimed the goal would be to eliminate groups “attacking cherished Christians.” His remarks quickly sparked international attention and stirred debate across Nigerian social media.

Global Reactions and Background

Trump’s comments come amid growing concern over religious violence in parts of Nigeria.
Human rights groups, including Amnesty International, have urged the Nigerian government to take stronger measures to protect communities under attack. So far, Abuja has not issued an official response to the U.S. president’s threat.

Conclusion

President Trump’s strong words mark one of the most forceful U.S. statements yet on Nigeria’s internal security crisis. Analysts warn that the situation could test diplomatic relations between the countries if the threats escalate further.