Trump’s Invasion Threat Has Nothing To Do With Religion, Insists Governor Sule

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has dismissed claims that the United States’ threat of military intervention in Nigeria is based on religious grounds, insisting that the matter transcends faith.

The governor’s comments come in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent statements suggesting possible military action in Nigeria, citing alleged large-scale killings of Christians Governor Sule, who previously lived and worked in the United States, stated that the American government does not act purely on religious motives but rather in pursuit of its national interests. He emphasized that the portrayal of the Nigerian situation as a religious genocide is misleading and does not reflect the country’s complex security challenges The claims of genocide against Christians in Nigeria are false,” Sule said. “Religion is often highlighted during political campaigns, but in governance and resource distribution, it is not the sole factor. Our administration in Nasarawa is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that people of all faiths benefit from our policies and programmes. Sule urged Nigerians not to be swayed by politicians who seek to exploit religious divides for electoral gains. He also cautioned that framing internal security issues solely as religious conflicts could deepen divisions and exacerbate tensions among communities The U.S. threat has already sparked discussions on the implications for Nigeria’s sovereignty and international relations. Analysts warn that any unilateral action by the United States could strain military cooperation and intelligence sharing, while also complicating Nigeria’s fight against insurgency and banditry. Experts also note that the violence in Nigeria is multi-faceted, driven not only by religious differences but also by ethnic, economic, and security factors. Highlighting religion as the central issue, they argue, risks oversimplifying the crisis and misrepresenting the realities on the ground. Governor Sule’s remarks align with statements from the Nigerian federal government, which has consistently rejected the notion that the country is persecuting Christians. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has maintained that Nigeria’s internal conflicts are complex and cannot be reduced to matters of faith alone. The unfolding situation has drawn attention to the delicate balance between international scrutiny and national sovereignty. While the U.S. continues to monitor religious freedom and human rights globally, Nigerian authorities insist on addressing their internal security challenges within the framework of the country’s laws and democratic institutions. Sule’s intervention serves as a reminder that governance and development must transcend religious affiliations, and that external threats or pressures should not be allowed to deepen domestic divisions. With the nation facing ongoing security challenges, state and federal governments continue to stress inclusivity, dialogue, and equitable resource distribution as central pillars for stability.