President Donald J. Trump
The Whitehouse.
1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington DC 20600.
3rd November 2025
Executive Summary
This letter corrects the misconception that Nigeria persecutes Christians. It affirms that Christians and Muslims alike are victims of terrorism, banditry, and communal resource conflicts—not of state policy.
The U.S. “Country of Particular Concern (CPC)” designation is unjust, unfounded, and economically harmful, threatening to deter investment and destabilize a loyal ally.
Nigeria welcomes U.S. technical cooperation—intelligence, equipment, training—not punitive labels that erode investor confidence and invite a domino of allied measures.
We request withdrawal of the designation, an apology for prejudgment, and renewed partnership under Article 2(4) of the UN Charter, which forbids coercion against sovereign states.
Nigeria’s Dignity Matters
Nigeria is not a “disgrace.” We reject that insult outright. Ours is the fastest-growing major economy in Black Africa, rich in innovation, culture, and resilience.
To call a dog a bad name and hang it is unjust; to stigmatize a nation without due process is worse.
We therefore request an apology for President Trump’s remarks delivered before full investigation. Leadership requires restraint and the presumption of innocence.
A Misconception Fueled by False Narratives
There is no religious war in Nigeria—only terrorism, banditry, and cross-border insurgency.
Both Christians and Muslims are casualties. Our constitution guarantees freedom of worship, and no arm of government promotes discrimination.
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja can confirm this reality. The “Christian genocide” story is a political construction, amplified abroad by a few diaspora activists seeking to discredit the government ahead of 2027.
Communal Frictions and Security Challenges—Not Religious War
Nigeria acknowledges that some regions—Benue, Plateau, Kaduna, Anambra, Ondo, Kwara, and Osun States—have suffered violent clashes.
These tragedies stem from herder–farmer conflicts over grazing and farmland access, not theology.
The so-called Fulani herdsmen crisis arises from centuries-old migration routes, aggravated by foreign insurgents and bandits crossing porous borders.
Where communities are predominantly Christian, such attacks may appear sectarian, yet the perpetrators are not motivated by religion—their acts violate every faith’s commandment against murder.
The Federal Government has created a special agency to manage grazing routes, develop ranching, and resolve resource disputes.
National security forces and local peace councils work daily to contain reprisals.
This insecurity is a top presidential priority, not a neglected crisis.
Sadly, some citizens exploit these tragedies internationally to promote political grievances. Their exaggerations distort truth and unfairly malign Nigeria.
Every country has internal frictions; ours are communal and economic, not genocidal.
One Family, Two Faiths
Nigeria’s unity is lived daily: Muslim fathers, Christian mothers, mixed-faith children.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (Muslim) and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu (Christian) symbolize that harmony.
The People Speak
HeadlineNews.News national poll (Oct 2025):
8 % support U.S. intervention (mainly Southeast).
90 % are suspicious of U.S. motives; reject military action.
85 % view it as neo-colonialism.
68 % express disgust at interference.
88 % of both faiths confirm peaceful coexistence.
90 % insist there is no religious war.
75 % urge Trump to stay out of Nigeria’s internal affairs.
Nigerians want cooperation, not coercion.
Leadership and Reform
President Tinubu has modernized command structures, appointed new service chiefs, and partnered with defense and technology firms for training and equipment.
> President Tinubu: “There is no religious war in Nigeria. There is insurgency, and it is being defeated. Nigerians of every faith bleed together, live together, and must rise together.”
Investor Confidence at Risk
Nigeria currently attracts robust interest in energy, fintech, infrastructure, and agribusiness.
Multinationals are committing billions in foreign direct investment.
A CPC label will raise risk premiums, deter lenders, and stall reform gains.
Perception drives capital; stigma kills it.
One misjudged designation could erase years of economic progress.
The CPC Designation—Unjust and Harmful
The designation was issued without adequate consultation or verification.
It undermines reform momentum and could trigger a domino reaction among U.S. allies—magnifying economic damage.
It must be withdrawn immediately.
Law and Sovereignty
UN Charter Article 2(4): States shall refrain from the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any state.
> UN Secretary-General António Guterres: “Peace cannot be imposed; it must be built on inclusion, understanding, and respect for national sovereignty.”
Any threat of force over false assumptions violates international law and the U.S. tradition of due process.
Who Is Fueling the Misinformation
A small group of disgruntled diaspora Nigerians have misled congressional committees for partisan gain.
We urge U.S. leaders to consult their Embassy in Abuja for verified data.
Partnership—Not Patronage
Nigeria seeks partnership, not patronage.
> Prince Bolaji Akinyemi: “Diplomacy abhors a vacuum. When a country fails to speak, others will speak for it—often against it.”
Nigeria welcomes technology transfer, intelligence sharing, and capacity building—not stigmatization.
Africa’s Perspective
> President Cyril Ramaphosa: “Africa seeks partnership, not paternalism.”
Nigeria echoes this vision of mutual respect.
Final Appeal and Request for Apology
The CPC designation is baseless.
There is no genocide, no state persecution.
Withdraw it immediately and issue a public correction.
We also request an apology for statements made before evidence.
> Dr. Gloria Adebajo-Fraser: “True friendship respects boundaries. Nigeria’s sovereignty is sacred; her unity unbreakable.”
Nigeria asks for partnership—not pressure; understanding—not interference.
Respectfully,
Princess Gloria Adebajo-Fraser, MFR
President, National Patriots Movement of Nigeria
(In partnership with HeadlineNews.News)
