Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again raised alarm about the safety of Christians in Nigeria, saying the faith is facing an existential threat in the country. Trump claimed that Christians are increasingly becoming targets of violence and persecution, and he stressed that the international community must pay closer attention to the situation. According to him, ignoring the issue could lead to what he described as a “dangerous collapse of religious freedom.”

Trump stated that Nigeria plays a major role in global Christianity due to its large number of believers, and any crisis affecting Christians there could affect the religion worldwide. He urged world leaders, humanitarian groups, and global Christian communities to speak out and pressure authorities to protect worshippers. He insisted that silence would only make the situation worse.

The former U.S. president has made similar remarks in the past, often calling for stronger action from both Nigerian and global leaders. He pointed out that many families have suffered losses due to violent attacks and said that more must be done to stop extremist activities and insecurity affecting religious communities. Trump described the situation as “deeply troubling” and called for immediate international support.

His remarks have sparked mixed reactions once again. While some groups agree and say religious violence in Nigeria deserves more global attention, others argue that security challenges in Nigeria affect all citizens—regardless of religion. Critics also caution that statements from foreign political figures should not be used to create tension or division within the country.

As debates continue, security has remained a major national concern in Nigeria. Citizens and religious leaders continue to call for peace, unity, and stronger government action. Trump’s latest statement may intensify global discussions around faith-based violence in Nigeria and the need for long-term solutions.