Rep. Reily Moore, a West Virginia Republican on the House Appropriations Committee, visited Nigerian on Sunday concerning security and alleged Christians’ genocide claims.
Rep Moore met government officials, bishops Wilfred Anagbe and Isaac Dugu, and the Tor Tiv during a fact-finding visit focused on security cooperation and Christian communities in Benue State.
The congressman wrote on X: “ I came to Nigeria in the name of the Lord and on behalf of the American people. Just ending a very productive Congressional visit to Nigeria!
“We had rounds of meetings with the Nigerian government and people on the ground, including stops in Benue State. More details to come. Happy Sunday. God is Great!”
Moore has been especially vocal about alleged religious persecution in Nigeria, calling for a reassessment of U.S. military aid and tighter oversight of how American security assistance is deployed.
Confirming the visit is National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, affirming he hosted the U.S. Congressional delegation in Abuja, following earlier engagements in Washington, D.C., centred on shared security priorities.
According to Ribadu: “The delegation included Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart, Rep. Norma Torres, Rep. Scott Franklin, Rep. Juan Ciscomani, and Rep. Riley M. Moore.
“U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Richard Mills, also attended, reflecting the importance both nations attach to this engagement.”
Ribadu said discussions focused on counter-terrorism cooperation, regional stability, and efforts to strengthen the Nigeria–U.S. strategic security partnership.
“I’m optimistic this engagement will deepen trust, collaboration, and shared commitment to peace and security,” he said.
This follows Moore’s House Resolution 866 condemning attacks on Christians and Trump’s recent designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern for religious freedom violations.
