U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has cautioned against calls to divide Nigeria, warning that any move toward fragmentation would worsen insecurity and leave Christians more vulnerable across the country.
In a statement reflecting on his recent engagements in Nigeria, Moore said he had traveled extensively and held high-level meetings with Nigerian government officials, church leaders, humanitarian organisations, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) to better understand the scale of persecution facing Christians.
According to the lawmaker, discussions during his visit did not seriously entertain the idea of dividing Nigeria. Instead, he said such proposals risk emboldening separatist movements and weakening national cohesion, outcomes he believes would directly harm Christians—particularly those living in the North and the Middle Belt regions.
“A destabilized Nigeria would embolden terrorists and make Christians less safe, not only in Nigeria but across the African continent,” Moore said, stressing that insecurity thrives where state authority is fractured.
He reaffirmed his commitment to advocating for the protection of persecuted Christians and all Nigerians affected by terrorist violence, adding that long-term solutions must focus on strengthening security institutions rather than promoting division.
Moore also welcomed the recently signed security cooperation agreement between the United States and Nigeria, describing it as a critical step toward tackling violent extremism and deepening bilateral ties between both countries.
“The U.S.–Nigeria security partnership is an important move in confronting terrorism and restoring stability,” he said, expressing hope that sustained collaboration would help reduce violence and protect vulnerable communities.
The congressman concluded by calling for unity and coordinated international support, noting that Nigeria’s stability remains central to peace and security across West Africa.
