“Trump Got It Wrong!” Northern CAN, Bishops Reject US President’s Claim on Christian Killings in Nigeria
A fresh controversy has erupted after United States President Donald Trump declared that American military intervention had largely ended the killing of Christians in Nigeria. The claim has now been strongly rejected by Christian leaders in Northern Nigeria, who insist that insecurity remains widespread and that innocent Nigerians are still being killed and abducted across the country.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, alongside the Ecumenical Synods of Bishops, Archbishops, Apostles and Senior Clergy, described Trump’s remarks as inaccurate and disconnected from the realities facing communities affected by violence.
Trump, speaking at an event in Washington, claimed that recent US military actions had significantly weakened extremist groups responsible for attacks on Christian communities. He stated that key terrorist leaders had been eliminated and suggested the intervention had drastically reduced the violence.
However, Northern CAN Chairman, Rev. Joseph Hayab, disagreed, arguing that only victims of insecurity and residents of affected communities could determine whether meaningful progress had been made. According to him, killings, kidnappings and violent attacks continue to occur across several parts of Nigeria, affecting Christians and Muslims alike.
Hayab cautioned against what he described as political narratives that could create a false impression that the security crisis had been resolved. He stressed that while international support is welcome, Nigerians need practical and sustained action rather than declarations that do not reflect realities on the ground.
Similarly, the Ecumenical Synods of Bishops said there was no convincing evidence that the reported US intervention had ended the violence. The religious body maintained that Nigerians are still expecting stronger and more consistent efforts to address insecurity and protect vulnerable communities.
The conflicting narratives have reignited debate over the true state of security in Nigeria. As attacks and kidnappings continue to dominate headlines, many observers believe the focus should remain on achieving lasting peace instead of celebrating victories that many victims say they have yet to experience.
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