Riley M. Moore, a member of the US Congress, has alleged that Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso contributed to what he described as ongoing Christian persecution in Nigeria.
His accusation came shortly after Kwankwaso openly dismissed Donald Trump’s statement claiming that Christians are facing genocide in Nigeria.
Kwankwaso, reacting on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, criticized Trump’s comments and reminded the US that Nigeria is an independent nation dealing with security threats affecting people of all religions.
He stated: “Nigeria faces serious attacks from criminals across different regions, and these threats do not recognize religion, ethnicity, or politics.”
According to Kwankwaso, what Nigeria needs is not foreign threats, but support, especially advanced technology that can help the security forces fight violent groups.
However, Congressman Moore fired back, accusing Kwankwaso of pretending to care about religious tolerance. Moore posted a 2000 BBC archive showing Kwankwaso signing a law that introduced Sharia in Kano State when he was governor.
Moore responded:“Governor, do you want to comment on your role in the deaths of Christians? You introduced Sharia. You signed the law that makes ‘blasphemy’ punishable by death.”
Moore has repeatedly suggested that the US should intervene militarily in Nigeria if the government fails to protect Christians. His latest remarks intensify the debate, implying Kwankwaso supported a legal system that fuels religious attacks.
Kwankwaso has not responded further to the Congressman’s allegation, as international human rights groups continue to monitor the situation.
