US Congressman Riley Moore Praises Trump for Designating Nigeria as CPC

United States Congressman Riley M. Moore has openly expressed his excitement and commendation for President Donald Trump’s decision to designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) on grounds of religious freedom violations. Moore characterized the move as an act of strong leadership aimed at protecting persecuted Christians.

Dependable NG reports that President Trump formally placed Nigeria on the watch list on Friday, following sustained claims of a widespread Christian massacre in the country. Congressman Moore, a key figure pushing for the designation, had previously alleged that over 30 Christians are being killed daily by Islamic extremists in Nigeria—a claim that the Nigerian presidency has consistently and officially debunked, asserting that the country’s security crisis lacks a religious inclination.

President Trump, in his Truth Social post announcing the CPC tag, stated clearly that the US government would not stand idly by while Christians are being persecuted in Nigeria. Reacting to this move on his official X handle, Congressman Moore offered his praise, commending Trump for his “incredible leadership” and his commitment to protecting Christians globally.

Moore’s post directly addressed the issue, thanking the President and stating, “You have always been a champion for Christians around the world, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to work with you and Chairman Cole (@houseappropsgop) to defend our brothers and sisters in Christ who are being slaughtered by radical Islamists in Nigeria.” This US congressional support comes amid strong rejection of the CPC tag by the Nigerian government, which maintains that the designation fails to reflect the true, complex security situation on the ground.