President Bola Tinubu has expressed confidence that Nigeria will overcome the recent diplomatic tension sparked by threats from U.S. President Donald Trump, assuring citizens that his administration is handling the situation with seriousness and composure.
Speaking after a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, said the President is calm and focused on addressing Washington’s concerns through dialogue and transparency, rather than through heated exchanges.
According to Idris, the Federal Government is taking a multi-pronged approach — prioritizing constructive engagement, strengthening communication with international organizations, and deepening understanding of Nigeria’s ongoing reforms and security measures.
“Of course, the issue of the U.S. threats came up, and we discussed that extensively with Mr. President,” Idris said.
“He is calm and determined to ensure that the international community understands what Nigeria has been doing. Only two weeks ago, the President appointed new service chiefs to reinforce national security — steps that were already in motion before the U.S. raised its concerns.”
The minister added that various government agencies are working together to address both domestic and international issues through dialogue, tolerance, and a commitment to unity.
He also noted that President Tinubu has continued to meet with Christian and Muslim leaders to strengthen interfaith harmony and promote national cohesion.
“It’s a multi-layered effort,” Idris said. “Mr. President recognizes the role of religious leaders in maintaining peace and will keep engaging them.”
Idris reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to active diplomatic engagement with the United States, regional partners, and international bodies to address security challenges and dispel false narratives about the country.
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He stressed that the government is determined to eliminate criminal groups whose actions have fueled negative perceptions of Nigeria abroad.
“For anyone to describe Nigeria as a country intolerant of religion is completely untrue,” he stated. “We are dealing with extremists who want to divide us, but Nigerians must focus on unity and nation-building, not division or rhetoric.”
Idris emphasized that President Tinubu remains composed and fully involved in the matter, ensuring that all relevant authorities are working together to handle it “with the depth and maturity it requires.”
Meanwhile, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that President Donald Trump had threatened possible U.S. action against Nigeria over alleged anti-Christian violence, directing America’s Department of War to “prepare for possible action” and warning that the U.S. could suspend all aid if the Nigerian government “continues to allow the killing of Christians.”
