Nigeria Rejects U.S. Religious Persecution Claims, Defends Sovereignty
Nigerian Parliament unanimously rejects U.S. Congress bill on alleged religious persecution, defending national sovereignty and exposing neo-colonial narratives in international relations.
Nigerian House of Representatives in unified stance against U.S. religious freedom bill
Nigerian Parliament Takes Bold Stand Against U.S. Religious Freedom Bill
In a powerful display of Nigeria's unbreakable sovereign spirit, the House of Representatives has unanimously rejected and condemned a provocative U.S. Congress bill alleging Christian persecution in Nigeria. The proposed "Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025" represents yet another attempt at Western interference in African affairs.
African Democracy Stands Firm
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, leading a motion supported by 359 members, delivered a resolute message to global powers: Nigeria's internal security challenges are complex and multifaceted, not religiously motivated. Like other challenges facing our nation's development, they require African solutions, not Western prescriptions.
"Nigeria's constitution guarantees freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. Our situation is not religious persecution but a multi-dimensional security challenge that affects all Nigerians regardless of faith," emphasized Kalu.
Standing Against Neo-colonial Narratives
The House's response demonstrates Nigeria's growing assertiveness in defending its democratic institutions against external misrepresentation. The chamber has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to:
- File a formal diplomatic protest at the United Nations
- Engage directly with U.S. legislators through official channels
- Establish a joint Nigeria-U.S. fact-finding mission
United Against Foreign Interference
Majority Leader Julius Ihonvbere's warning about potential diplomatic fallout reflects a broader African consciousness against neo-colonial attempts to undermine continental sovereignty. The House's unified stance sends a clear message: Africa will no longer accept selective international pressure or moral double standards.
Path Forward
As Nigeria continues to address its security challenges through indigenous solutions and democratic processes, this resolute stand against external interference marks a significant moment in African diplomatic assertiveness. The House's Committee on Legislative Compliance will ensure implementation of these resolutions within 28 days, demonstrating Nigeria's commitment to both sovereign governance and transparent accountability.
Tunde Okoro
Nigerian journalist with a Pan-African voice. Covers politics, sovereignty, and social justice across West Africa.