₦airaland Forum

Alleged Christian Genocide: Trump sends U.S. under secretary to visit Nigeria

Nigeria has been on tenterhooks since the Trump administration designated it as a ‘country of particular concern’ and launched military strikes in Sokoto.

The under secretary of the U.S. State Department, Allison Hooker, is set to visit Nigeria as part of an eight-day international trip to multiple countries across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, which commenced on Wednesday.

President Bola Tinubu’s government has been on tenterhooks since the President Donald Trump administration designated Nigeria as a ‘country of particular concern’ and launched military strikes in Sokoto.

In a statement by Ms Hooker’s office, the under secretary for political affairs will make a stop in Abuja as the delegate head of a U.S.-Nigeria Joint Working Group on the protection of Christians in Nigeria amid the genocide claims by the Trump administration.

“Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker will travel to Abuja, Nigeria; Muscat, Oman; Manama, Bahrain; and Rome, Italy from January 21-29,” the statement said. “In Nigeria, the Under Secretary will serve as the head of delegation for the U.S.-Nigeria Joint Working Group and will support the administration’s efforts to protect Christian communities, counter terrorism, and expand U.S. investment opportunities.”

In the Middle East, Ms Hooker will visit Oman and Bahrain to discuss cooperation between the two countries and the United States on security, economy, and shared cultural interests.

Meanwhile, in Italy, she will meet with American partners to discuss Ukraine and engage with United Nations agencies to demand accountability for U.S.-provided aid.

“In Oman and Bahrain, the Under Secretary will lead two separate strategic dialogues and advance cooperation across a range of security, economic, and cultural interests. In Italy, the Under Secretary will engage with counterparts on the administration’s global priorities such as the Russia-Ukraine war, Venezuela, and peace in the Middle East,” the statement added.

“She will also meet with UN agencies in Rome, including the World Food Program and the Food and Agriculture Organisation, to discuss accountability and oversight for the U.S.-funded assistance, as well as creating new agricultural trade opportunities for American farmers.”

CyynthiaKiss:
Tinubu is a disgrace to humanity

They are Musa Kamarawa, Abubakar Hashimu, a.k.a. Doctor; Samuel Chinedu and Lucky Chukwuma.

Kanwulia:
Yet Nigerians have “visa bans ” to the US, while Trump can send “emissaries” at will to Nigeria?

This life sha!

CyynthiaKiss:
Tinubu is a disgrace to humanity

christejames:
It's about to go down 😂

What Obama did during Jonathan tenure seems to be unfolding in a more ruthless way 😂

Putindbutt:
See the names of terrorist collaborators currently facing trial for terrorism in court below. They are not only a disgrace to humanity but a disgrace to the entire universe. We are expecting you to report your brothers to Trump because they are part of the terrorists fuelling " Christian genocide" in Nigeria.



https://www.nairaland.com/8603701/terrorism-court-issues-arrest-warrant#138217528


PS - This is exactly the hypocrisy of nairaland, bitter people can insult Tinubu as they like but as soon as you call out their names in return, nairaland bans you.

Undersecretary:
Mr. President, I’ll be direct. Over 150 Christians were kidnapped from churches in Kaduna. Why has nothing concrete been done?

MrP:
Please, please… we are doing our best. You have to understand our challenges.

Undersecretary:
People were taken from church services. This wasn’t hidden. What action followed?

MrP:
Security is not something you fix overnight. We inherited many problems.

Undersecretary:
You were given time. The attacks continued.

MrP:
Please, don’t judge us too harshly. Nigeria is very complicated.

Undersecretary:
Complicated didn’t stop the kidnappers.

MrP:
We set up meetings. High-level meetings. Very serious ones.

Undersecretary:
Were the kidnapped people in those meetings?

MrP:
We condemn the attacks. Deeply. Strongly.

Undersecretary:
Condemnations don’t rescue hostages.

MrP:
Please… give us more time. Just a little more time.

Undersecretary:
Time was already given.

MrP:
We are a democracy. We must be careful.

Undersecretary:
Careful while churches are being raided?

MrP:
Please understand… we are trying to balance things.

Undersecretary:
Balance? That brings me to the next point. Why not show real balance – say, a Christian Vice President?

MrP:
Ah… please… let’s not go there.

Undersecretary:
Then let’s go here: people are losing faith – literally and figuratively.

MrP:
Please, don’t abandon us. We are partners. Friends.

Undersecretary:
Friends don’t ignore mass kidnappings.

MrP:
Please… Nigeria needs understanding.

Undersecretary:
Nigeria needed protection.

MrP:
So… what are you saying?

Undersecretary:
I’m saying the message from Washington is clear.

MrP:
Please…

Undersecretary:
Your time is up.

muyico:
To come and do what?
If Gumi boys catch you
Ehn

HacheNoire:
Dude will have a lot of places to visit.

African shrine, Obudu cattle ranch, Ikogosi warm spring and so many other places.

Not even mentioning the Lagos and port harcourt night life, dude would be thrilled.

Putindbutt:
See the names of terrorist collaborators currently facing trial for terrorism in court below. They are not only a disgrace to humanity but a disgrace to the entire universe. We are expecting you to report your brothers to Trump because they are part of the terrorists fuelling " Christian genocide" in Nigeria.



https://www.nairaland.com/8603701/terrorism-court-issues-arrest-warrant#138217528


PS - This is exactly the hypocrisy of nairaland, bitter people can insult Tinubu as they like but as soon as you call out their names in return, nairaland bans you.

muyico:
To come and do what?
If Gumi boys catch you
Ehn