Congressman Moore Introduces Resolution Condemning the Persecution of Christians in Nigeria

November 7, 2025

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Riley M. Moore introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives condemning the ongoing persecution of Christians in Nigeria and supporting President Donald J. Trump’s announcement to officially designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern. This bold decision is a clear message to the world that the United States will never turn a blind eye to our brothers and sisters in Christ who are being martyred for their faith.

This resolution draws attention to the horrific persecution Christians face across Nigeria. 50,000-100,000 Christians have been murdered since 2009. At least 7,000 Christians have been killed this year alone - an average of 35 deaths each day. 19,000 churches have been destroyed. Data from Open Doors indicate that more Christians are killed every year in Nigeria than the rest of the world combined.

This resolution supports President Trump as he seeks to utilize every tool at the United States’ disposal - diplomatic, economic, humanitarian, and security - to defend Christians in the region. The measure also reaffirms America’s commitment to defending the right of Christians to worship freely without fear of violence, persecution, or death.

Earlier this month, Congressman Moore sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the Trump Administration to take “immediate action to address the systematic persecution and slaughter of Christians in Nigeria,” highlighting the nation’s growing reputation as “the deadliest place in the world to be a Christian.”

President Trump previously designated Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern in 2020, but President Biden removed the designation in 2021.

Congressman Riley M. Moore issued the following statement:

“This resolution condemns the horrific persecution of Christians in Nigeria. For far too long, the world has turned a blind eye to the suffering of innocent Christians—entire villages destroyed, churches burned, pastors tortured, families torn apart. This grave suffering must end now.

I’m calling on all my colleagues - both Republican and Democrat alike - to unite in defense of faith and freedom. The United States must make it clear that we will not tolerate the slaughter of Christians or the persecution of anyone for their belief in Jesus Christ.

I want to thank President Trump for his bold and unwavering leadership in defense of Christians in Nigeria. His official designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern will save the lives of thousands of Christians.

I am grateful for President Trump’s trust in me to lead this effort in the House alongside Chairman Tom Cole.”

Joining Congressman Riley M. Moore on this resolution are the following members of Congress: Representatives Wesley Hunt (TX-38), Mary Miller (IL-15), Andrew Clyde (GA-09, Ralph Norman (SC-05), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), Mark Messmer (IN-08), Mark Alford (MO-04), Marlin Stutzman (IN-03), Barry Moore (AL-01), Brandon Gill (TX-26), Buddy Carter (GA-01), Robert Aderholt (AL-04), Gary Palmer (AL-06), Greg Steube (FL-17), Addison McDowell (NC-06), John James (MI-10), and Gus Bilirakis (FL-12).

“The slaughter of Christians in Nigeria is one of the greatest moral crises of our time. For years, radical Islamic terrorists like Boko Haram have murdered, raped, and burned entire villages simply because men, women, and children refused to renounce their faith in Jesus Christ. America cannot be silent in the face of such evil. I’m proud to stand with President Trump, Representative Riley Moore, and the rest of my colleagues supporting this resolution. This isn’t about politics, it’s about principle. Evil triumphs when good men do nothing. We will not look away. We will not be silent. We will stand for the persecuted and fight for their right to live and worship in peace,” Congressman Wesley Hunt (TX-38) said.

“Every day, innocent Christians in Nigeria are brutally attacked, displaced, and murdered simply for their faith in Jesus Christ. This persecution has gone on for too long, and under President Trump’s leadership, it will end. I’m proud to co-sponsor Rep. Riley Moore’s effort to condemn this violence, defend religious freedom, and stand with the Christian communities in Nigeria who are suffering for their faith,” Congresswoman Mary Miller (IL-15) said.

“The ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria is one of the most egregious violations of human rights and religious freedom so far this century. We cannot turn a blind eye to our brothers and sisters in Christ being slaughtered and persecuted at the hands of radical Islamists. I fully support President Trump’s decisive action to protect Christians in Nigeria, and I thank Rep. Riley Moore for his strong leadership on this critical matter,” Congressman Andrew Clyde (GA-09) said.

“The persecution of Christians in Nigeria is a moral outrage. No government should turn a blind eye to innocent men, women, and children being slaughtered for their faith, and the world cannot look away while believers are hunted. This evil demands truth, not silence—and it must be condemned in Nigeria and across the world,” Congressman Andy Biggs (AZ-05) said.

“What’s happening in Nigeria is pure evil,” said Congressman Van Drew. “No one should ever be killed for their faith, yet thousands of innocent Christians are being slaughtered simply because they believe in God. The United States must stand for religious freedom everywhere. I’m proud to be a cosponsor on this important resolution because silence in the face of this kind of persecution makes us complicit,” Congressman Van Drew (NJ-02) said.

“I applaud Representative Moore for speaking out against the escalating genocide of Christians. His leadership comes at a critical moment when extremist militants continue to slaughter the most vulnerable while the world ignores the devastation. More than 7,000 Christians have been killed this year alone in Nigeria, making this country the deadliest place in the world to be a Christian. Evil thrives in darkness, and I am grateful to Representative Moore for shining a light on this ongoing atrocity. May God have mercy on these persecuted communities and may He protect them from further annihilation,” Congressman Mark Messmer (IN-08) said.

"The ongoing brutal attacks against Christians in Nigeria should shake every American to the core. We applaud President Trump's move to designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern. I’m proud to co-lead this resolution with Congressman Moore and our colleagues to help ensure targeted Christian communities receive real protection. We stand ready to fully support decisive action from the Trump Administration to stop these heinous attacks and end the persecution of Christians in Nigeria once and for all,” Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04) said.

“Over 50,000 Christians in Nigeria have been insensibly slaughtered by the satanic Boko Haram terrorists simply for being Christians,” said Rep. Stutzman. “America is supposed to be the beacon of religious freedom worldwide. It is our responsibility and our duty to step in and stop the senseless killing and protect the innocent. I am proud to stand with President Trump and Congressman Riley Moore in taking action to put an end to this senseless bloodshed,” Congressman Marlin Stutzman (IN-03) said.

“The slaughter of Christians in Nigeria is one of the largest human rights crises happening in our world today. Families are being torn apart and churches burned simply because of their faith. I’m proud to stand with President Trump and Rep. Riley Moore as we continue to confront violence and discrimination at the hands of Islamic terror groups in Nigeria. Faith is not a crime, it’s the cornerstone of freedom, and we must defend it wherever it’s under attack,” Congressman Barry Moore (AL-01) said.

“I am proud to stand with my good friend Rep. Riley Moore in condemning the evil persecution of Christians in Nigeria by the Islamic terror group Boko Haram. These men and women should be free to worship and serve God without suffering unimaginable violence, seeing their churches and villages burnt to the ground, and fearing for their lives and their children’s lives. Thank you, President Trump, and thank you, Rep. Riley Moore, for standing up for religious freedom everywhere,” Congressman Brandon Gill (TX-26) said.

“I am honored to join President Trump and Congressman Moore’s efforts to save Christians in Nigeria by calling attention to an atrocity that the media has largely ignored. With this resolution, we will put the Nigerian government and Boko Haram on notice that the United States will not stand idly by while Christians are slaughtered. I will always stand up and fight for religious freedom,” said Congressman Buddy Carter (R-GA).

“The persecution of Christians in Nigeria is unacceptable, and the United States will not remain silent, will not be complacent, and will not turn away while Christians face violence and discrimination for their faith. I commend President Trump and Rep. Riley Moore for leading America in confronting this horrific violence and defending people of faith,” said Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04).

“The targeted killing of Christians in Nigeria is not just persecution, it is a violation of human rights that borders on genocide. The United Nations' failure to intervene has allowed this to continue for far too long. Thankfully, President Trump is not allowing the United States to turn a blind eye. I’m proud to stand with our brothers and sisters in Christ by cosponsoring Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution to condemn these violent acts,” Congressman Gary Palmer (AL-06) said.

“What is happening in Nigeria, the slaughter of Christians in the region by the Islamic terror group Boko Haram, is a barbaric attempt to suppress Christians around the world. Americans will not stand by as lives are lost in the name of freedom of worship and the right to serve. Every man, woman, and child has the right to pray to our Savior without fear of deadly violence,” Congressman Addison McDowell said. “Standing by as this happens is not an option. It’s not how I was raised, and it is not indicative of America. I’m proud to stand with President Trump and Congressman Riley Moore to draw awareness to the situation in Nigeria and condemn the actions of Boko Haram,” said Congressman Addison McDowell (NC-06).

“What’s happening to Christians in Nigeria is pure evil. Thousands are being murdered for their faith, churches are being burned to the ground, and the Nigerian government is doing nothing to stop it,” said Congressman Norman. “President Trump had it right when he called this persecution out for what it is. It’s time for America to stand strong again and make clear that we will not sit by while innocent Christians are slaughtered. We must always stand with those who suffer for their faith,” said Congressman Ralph Norman (SC-05).

The following organizations have endorsed Congressman Riley M. Moore’s resolution: Alliance Defending Freedom International, Catholic Vote, Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Family Research Council, Concerned Women for America, Faith and Liberty, American Center for Law and Justice, Eagle Forum, Christian Legal Society, In Defense of Christians, Family Policy Alliance, Christian Employers Alliance, Christian Medical & Dental Associations, Faith & Freedom Coalition, First Liberty, Heritage Action, Kingdom Mission Society, Christian Defense Coalition, Stanton Policy Institute, International Christian Concern, Ambassador Services International, Christian Solidarity International, Global Peace Foundation, Patriot Voices, Open Doors, IRF Secretariat, Shai Fund, Save the Persecuted Christians, Leah Foundation, International Committee on Nigeria, CSW UK, CSW US, and CSW Nigeria, Jubilee Campaign, American Association of Evangelicals (AAE), Set My People Free, Christian Freedom International, Katartismos Global, African Jewish Association, Boat People SOS (BPSOS), Coalition to Abolish Modern-day Slavery in Asia (CAMSA), Friends of Thien Am Monastery, National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), Levant Council of the United States, Saint Nicholas Freedom Group, American Islamic Congress, Anglican Persecuted Church Network, Global Anglican Fellowship Suffering Church Network, Committee for Religious Freedom in Vietnam, For the Martyrs, the Doctor James Dobson Family Institute, Help the Persecuted, International Christian Rescue Mission, Liberty Relief International, the Buddhist Solidarity Association, and the Africa Working Group of the IRF Roundtable.

“For far too long, Christians in Nigeria have suffered, with thousands every year losing their lives for simply living out their faith. We applaud and proudly endorse this resolution from Representative Riley Moore as a major step forward in protecting human dignity and religious freedom in Nigeria. Now that the world is watching, there is no better time than now to help our Christian brothers and sisters and put an end to the persecution and horrific violence they have faced,” said Sean Nelson, Senior Counsel for Global Religious Freedom at ADF International.

“Nigeria has become a kingdom of martyrs, the deadliest place in the world for Christians. The slaughter of more than 52,000 Christians and attacks on more than 20,000 churches by Islamic terrorists makes Nigeria responsible for roughly 82% of all Christians killed worldwide for faith-related reasons.

Rep. Riley Moore's new resolution shines a bright light on the brutal persecution of Christians in Nigeria. By condemning these atrocities and backing President Trump's leadership, Rep. Moore courageously stands with our persecuted brothers and sisters, demanding accountability and action to end this massacre. Together, President Trump and Rep Moore are true guardians of religious freedom.” Kelsey Reinhardt, President and CEO of Catholic Vote said.

“Having hosted at our Ministry Center in Washington, DC, the Nigerian delegation for the International Religious Freedom Conference, we learned firsthand the horrors Christians daily face at the hands of Islamic terrorists. We stand in solidarity with Members of Congress to defend Christians in Nigeria against the genocide they are currently experiencing,” Peggy Nienaber, Senior Vice President of Faith and Liberty said.

“The American Center for Law and Justice stands with Congressman Moore in condemning the brutal murder of Christians in Nigeria. Every day, innocent men, women, and children are being slaughtered simply because of their faith in Jesus Christ. We will work alongside Congressman Moore and President Trump to stop this murderous religious persecution.” Jordan Sekulow, Executive Director of the American Center for Law and Justice said.

“Thousands of Christians in Nigeria are being slaughtered simply for their faith. The United States must stand with our brothers and sisters in Christ. We thank President Trump for designating Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and urge all Members of Congress to pass Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution to condemn Nigeria’s actions,” said Kris Ullman, President of Eagle Forum.

“In Defense of Christians (IDC) proudly endorses Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution condemning the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The resolution rightly affirms President Trump’s decisive action in designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern—sending a clear message that the United States will hold perpetrators accountable and stand firmly with vulnerable Christian communities. While Nigeria is among the world’s most severe epicenters of anti‑Christian violence, Congressman Moore’s broader work in Congress also highlights a growing and deeply troubling global trend of Christian persecution in Muslim‑majority countries (H.Res.594)—reminding us that America must remain resolute in defending Christians wherever they suffer for their faith,” Richard Ghazal, Executive Director of In Defense of Christians said.

“Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution comes at a critical moment. For years, Christians in Nigeria—especially across the Middle Belt—have endured unspeakable violence: churches burned, families massacred, entire villages erased—with little accountability. This resolution not only honors the memory of more than 50,000 Nigerian Christians killed for their faith, it also confronts the impunity that allows such atrocities to persist. Protecting religious freedom must be central to U.S. policy in Nigeria and across Africa. Lasting stability depends on safety and justice for all Nigerians, regardless of faith.” Senator Rick Santorum, Chairman of Patriot Voices said.

“The evidence is clear: persecution of Christians in Nigeria is a reality. Freedom of religion or belief is a basic right, and no one should be killed for their faith. As the world debates motives and terminology, as some try to make this an issue for the right or the left, we call on you to remember that behind every statistic is a real person. A father. A mother. A daughter or son. This is an issue everyone should care about. It is an issue about humanity. What is needed now is immediate and concrete action to protect vulnerable people and address the needs of all those affected,” Open Doors said.

“For more than a decade, advocates at the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Roundtable have worked to draw attention to the escalating crisis in Nigeria. Further, In 2019, we supported the launch of IRF Roundtable Nigeria to start working to build religious freedom from the ground up. Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution sends a strong signal that the United States will not ignore systematic attacks on Christians and other vulnerable communities. Ending impunity and ensuring equal protection under the law are essential steps toward stability and peace. We welcome this resolution as a clear statement that America stands with all Nigerians seeking safety, justice, and freedom of belief. IRF Secretariat will continue to support all efforts to build religious freedom, peace, and prosperity there,” Greg Mitchell, Founder & CEO of IRF Secretariat said.

“In Nigeria's blood-soaked fields, tens of thousands of Christians have and continue to be slaughtered by jihadists. The world should not avert its eyes while radical Islam devours the faithful. Thank you Congressman Moore and President Trump for shedding light on this issue and their push to end this international travesty,” said Craig DeRoche, President and CEO of the Family Policy Alliance.

“The Christian Medical & Dental Associations (CMDA) hopes and prays that Christians in Nigeria can worship and live by faith without the threat of persecution. The United States should make a bold stand in protecting vulnerable populations for the sake of religious freedom which is the bedrock of our country,” Brick Lantz, MD, Vice President of Advocacy and Bioethics of Christian Medical & Dental Associations said.

“Persecuted Christians need the commitment of our lawmakers to protect them when they are facing severe persecution. Representative Moore's resolution and his tireless voice for the persecuted as represented in this resolution, is a powerful sign ensuring Congress stands ready to use every diplomatic, economic, and security tool available. The leadership of President Trump in maintaining Nigeria's Country of Particular Concern (CPC) designation, communicating a zero tolerance for that persecution, and the President's pressure on Nigeria by considering every tool at his disposal are crucial to saving Christian lives. This resolution follows this bold leadership,” said Alexei Laushkin, Founder of Kingdom Mission Society.

“International Christian Concern is grateful for Congressman Moore’s tireless advocacy on behalf of persecuted Christians in Nigeria. His resolution rightly calls out the jihadist violence that has terrorized Christian communities for decades and honors the memory of more than 50,000 Nigerian Christian martyrs. We thank Congressman Moore for remembering our brothers and sisters in Nigeria and for his steadfast commitment to defending all who suffer persecution for their faith,” International Christian Concern said.

“Nigerian Christians face relentless violence—churches burned, villages razed, families slaughtered simply for their faith. Thousands have been killed; countless more displaced. As Hebrews 13:3 commands us: “Remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.” This isn’t distant news—these are our brothers and sisters in Christ. Their persecution demands our attention, our prayers, and our action. We cannot remain silent while fellow believers are martyred for the name of Jesus. Supporting Pres. Trump’s efforts to protect Nigerian Christians isn’t political—it’s biblical obedience and Christian solidarity with the suffering Church,” Ambassador Services International said.

“Christian Solidarity International is pleased to endorse this important resolution from Representative Riley Moore. The resolution correctly diagnoses two ways in which the Nigerian government enables the massacre of Christians in Nigeria, especially Nigeria’s Middle Belt: 1) the impunity which Fulani militias and other actors who massacre Christians currently enjoy; 2) and the sharia criminal law and blasphemy laws imposed in twelve Nigerian states, which foment anti-Christian sentiment and Muslim supremacy. Importantly, the resolution also identifies returning displaced Christians to their homes as a priority, and encourages the delivery of direct aid to victims of persecution. Hundreds of thousands of Christians from Nigeria’s Middle Belt region are internally displaced, and they are typically overlooked in international aid distributions. The United States can protect Christians in Nigeria, but sustained engagement is key. We support this resolution as a means to make that engagement a reality,” Christian Solidarity International said.

“The Global Peace Foundation (GPF) strongly supports Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution condemning the ongoing violence and widespread loss of life in Nigeria. The crisis there is highly complex. It is driven not only by attacks on religious communities but also by ethnic tensions, weak governance, environmental stress, and the manipulation of identity for political gain. These factors have harmed Christian, Muslim, and traditional communities alike. GPF affirms that every person has inherent, God-given dignity, and that freedom of conscience, belief, and religion is a universal right vital to peaceful and thriving societies. As seen in our work across Africa and worldwide, sustainable peace depends on strengthening social cohesion across faiths, promoting principled leadership, and empowering locally grounded solutions that build trust and shared security. This resolution rightly highlights the urgent need to protect vulnerable communities, ensure accountability for violence, and develop long-term strategies to reduce conflict and uphold the rule of law. We are ready to work with diverse partners to promote peace, defend freedom of conscience and belief, and build resilient, inclusive communities in Nigeria,” Global Peace Foundation said.

“Shai Fund commends the U.S. government for recognizing the growing persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The suffering of innocent people must not be overlooked. This CPC designation is an important step towards ending the targeted campaign of violence. We urge continued action to protect all people of faith, promote justice for victims, and support lasting peace and freedom for every Nigerian,” Charmaine Hedding, President of Shai Fund said.

“We strongly support Rep. Riley Moore’s efforts to spotlight the abduction and forced conversion of Christian women and girls in Nigeria to Islam. His leadership brings critical attention to religious persecution and gender-based violence, urging global action to protect vulnerable communities. By amplifying voices like Leah Sharibu’s, Rep. Moore is advancing human rights, religious freedom, and justice. We urge policymakers to join him in confronting extremism and supporting survivors,” the Leah Foundation said.

“We fully support Rep. Riley Moore’s efforts to defend persecuted Christians in Nigeria who are being violently attacked, displaced, and killed by radical Fulani militants. These targeted assaults have devastated farming communities, stripping families of their livelihoods and security. Rep. Moore’s leadership is vital in urging international and legislative action to protect religious minorities, restore stability, and hold perpetrators accountable. His voice is helping ensure that these atrocities are not ignored,” the International Committee on Nigeria said.

“We welcome Nigeria’s redesignation as a CPC and endorse this resolution, which will assist in ensuring that the suffering of Christian communities in central and northern Nigeria, which has persisted for decades, is finally addressed decisively, and that their plight will continue receiving the international focus it has long merited. We reiterate our appeal to the government of Nigeria to view the CPC designation as an encouragement to address the mass killings, forcible displacement and land seizures in northern and central Nigeria, and the systematic discrimination and violations in Shari’a states, with greater urgency. We also urge the Nigerian authorities, once again, to engage positively with this process, and to view it as an opportunity to secure the assistance needed to trace and hold funders, facilitators and perpetrators of religion-related violations to account, and to close the protection gap by tackling every source of insecurity definitively,” CSW UK, CSW US, and CSW Nigeria said.

“Jubilee Campaign welcomes the resolution by Congressman Riley Moore. It ensures that the re-designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern does not just remain a statement but a reality - using the tools provided by the designation to hold perpetrators of violence and attacks against Christians accountable and to put an end to the escalating violence, including torture, extrajudicial killings, sexual violence and forced religious conversions. We welcome the call for the repeal of the egregious anti-blasphemy laws and release of prisoners of conscience and the call for protection and humanitarian support coordination for IDPs.”

“While the world has understood the violence perpetrated by Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and bands of Islamist Fulani militants have been allowed to carry out violent attacks with impunity, including executions and inhuman and degrading treatment of civilians [cutting of limbs], the burning of homes and places of worship, kidnapping and enslavement of women and girls and forced religious conversions, Leah Sharibu one notable case. Rep. Riley’s resolution shows the way for accountability and a much needed cessation of the violence,” the Jubilee Campaign said.

“Thank you for this urgent action. We must stop the murder and genocide of our Christian brothers and sisters in Nigeria, and around the world as violent Islam accelerates. Not on our watch,” said Kelly M. Kullberg, General Secretary, of American Association of Evangelicals (AAE).

"Christians in Nigeria are suffering severe persecution. Rep. Riley Moore's Congressional Resolution clearly outlines the strong actions that need to be taken. Nigeria's officials need to be held accountable. Abolish blasphemy laws. Punish militant Islamist murderers. Justice for victims," said Wendy Wright, President of Christian Freedom International.

“Not just for years, but for decades, Christians in Nigeria have suffered severe persecution and deprivation, victims of a genocidal jihad that seeks to establish a state cleansed of all Christians. Congressman Riley Moore’s resolution provides a roadmap for action in keeping with President Trump’s declaration of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern. We thank God that the cries of our brothers and sisters in Nigeria are being heard. . . and answered,” said Faith McDonnell, Director of Advocacy, Katartismos Global.
“Considering the ongoing escalation of atrocities against Christians in Nigeria, we support its being designated a Country of Particular Concern (CPC). Nigeria should not have been taken off the CPC list in the first place. We also call for the application of severe sanctions against its government to send a strong message to all regimes and non-state actors that are persecuting Christians and members of other religions worldwide,” said Dr. Nguyen Dinh Thang, President and CEO of Boat People SOS (BPSOS).

"The country of Nigeria, a critical emerging core international leader, is facing an extinction level event in the areas of unalienable rights, human dignity, real diversity, and economic prosperity. A Nigeria free from terror and violent ethnoreligious hatred can significantly benefit the entirety of its population and all of Africa. President Trump leadership, and Rep. Moore's resolution provides essential foundational elements to build a future for a free and prosperous Nigeria, all of Africa, and the world.” Father John Anderson, President of Saint Nicholas Freedom Group.

“The Levant Council believes that the persecution and suffering of Christians in Nigeria cannot be viewed separately from the plight of Christians, Druze, Alawites, and other minorities in Syria. These are all manifestations of the same jihadist ideology — one that rejects coexistence and, ironically, continues to gain empowerment from parts of the West. Jihadism does not spread slowly like a virus; rather, with the support its leaders are receiving on world stages, it expands rapidly — like a microwave. An act against jihadism in one place is, therefore, an act against it everywhere,” Dr. Tamim Khromachou, President of Levant Council of the United States said.

"As Buddhists peacefully advocating for freedom of religion or belief for all, we stand with our brothers and sisters from all religions to call on the US Government to take concrete actions against the brutal persecution of Christians in Nigeria. CPC designation is the first concrete action. We fully endorse Congressman Riley Moore's Congressional Resolution,” said Ms. Minh-Luong Nguyen, Co-founder and Coordinator of the Buddhist Solidarity Association.

“It is not by coincidence that victims of human trafficking disproportionately came from persecuted religious or indigenous communities. Traffickers clearly know how to exploit the vulnerability of these communities and often enjoy the support or collusion of government officials. According to Walk Free’s 2023 Global Slavery Index, Nigeria is ranked fifth out of 51 countries in Africa in terms of prevalence of modern slavery. Designating Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern may also shine the international spotlight on the scourge of human trafficking in that country,” said the Coalition to Abolish Modern-day Slavery in Asia (CAMSA)

"Being indigenous Christians facing severe persecution in Vietnam, we would like to express empathy and solidarity with our Christian brothers and sisters in Nigeria. We strongly support the designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern. The free world, led by the United States, should take actions to stop the ongoing gross violations of religious freedom in that country,” said Y Phic Hdok, Co-founder & Coordinator of Montagnards Stand for Justice (MSFJ).

"We are Hmong Christians seeking UN protection in Thailand; we were persecuted in Vietnam for having resisted the government’s order to abandon our Christian faith. We applaud and endorse Rep. Riley Moore's Congressional Resolution to designate Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern for its ongoing, severe and systematic violations of religious freedom against Christians in that country," said Giang A Chin, Coordinator of Hmong for Human Rights.

“Having effectively advocated for the CPC designation of communist Vietnam in 2005 and 2006, we know that this designation carries weight with regimes that engage in ongoing, systematic and severe persecution of people of faith. We endorse the Congressional Resolution initiated by Congressman Riley Moor,” said Helen Nguyen, Co-founder of the Committee for Religious Freedom in Vietnam.

“There is a jihad surging across Africa. Christians are being slaughtered. We must put a stop to the massacres,” said Charles Jacob, President of the African Jewish Alliance

“The persecution of Christians in Nigeria is one of the most urgent human-rights crises of our time, and it’s long past time the world stopped looking away. I’m grateful to Rep. Moore for his leadership and for taking action to protect persecuted Christians when so many have stayed silent. His resolution is a crucial step toward real accountability,” said Founding President, Gia Chacon with For the Martyrs.

“The Friends of Thien Am Buddhist Monastery express our full support for Congressman Riley Moore's Congressional Resolution. Our mission is committed to peacefully advocating for freedom of religion or belief for all, we stand in solidarity with individuals from diverse religious backgrounds. We urge the U.S. Government to take meaningful steps to address the grave persecution faced by Christians in Nigeria, beginning with the designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC),” said Tanya Nguyen-Do, Founder of Friends of Thien AM Buddhist Group.

“We were stunned when former Secretary Blinken decided to remove Nigeria from the CPC list hours before his plane landed in the country. We did not receive an adequate answer as to why this took place. The violence against Christians has taken place in more than one Nigerian Administration as well with very few attackers arrested,tried or convicted. Nigeria currently suffers from a lack of accountability from the Security Services who have a history of poor response to the events when they take place to the tepid responses by the Government. So why are they afraid of being held responsible for what is taking place within their borders? We applaud and appreciate Congressman Moore for speaking up on behalf of the Christians in Nigeria,” said Scott Morgan with the Africa Working Group.

“What we are witnessing in Nigeria is the result of years of marginalization of Christians. The current level of violence is downstream of shutting Christians out, blasphemy laws, and conflict. I am glad to see Represent Moore recognize the suffering of this weakened Christian population,” said Joshua Youssef, President & CEO of Help the Persecuted.

For more on this issue, see Congressman Moore’s previous work on Nigeria:

· The Congressman’s first ever floor speech, in which he highlighted the plight of Nigerian Christians;

· The Congressman’s letter calling for Secretary Marco Rubio to designate Nigeria a Country of Particular Concern;

· The Congressman’s tweet thanking President Trump for designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern;

· The Congressman’s interview with Laura Ingraham;

· The Congressman’s interview with Maria Bartiromo;

· The Congressman’s interview on Fox and Friends;

· The Congressman’s interview with Stuart Varney;

· The Congressman’s interview with Kayleigh McEnany;

· The Congressman’s interview with Dinesh D’Souza;

· The Congressman’s interview with Raymond Arroyo;

· The Congressman’s interview with Mario Nawfal;

· The Congressman’s tweet highlighting the killing of a Nigerian pastor and kidnapping of 20 Nigerian Christians

· The Congressman’s tweet highlighting the Nigerian Army accusing a pastor of stoking division for warning of an impending attack that left a dozen Christians dead;

· The Congressman’s twitter thread highlighting the state of persecution in Nigeria and announcing his letter calling for Nigeria to be designated as a Country of Particular Concern;

· The Congressman’s tweet highlighting the massacre of Nigerian Christians on Palm Sunday;

·The Congressman’s speech at CPAC’s Ending Christian Persecution Summit.

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