United States Congressman Riley Moore has raised alarm over the deadly violence in Plateau and Kaduna States in Nigeria, warning that continued attacks — especially on Christian communities — could strain the relationship between Nigeria and the United States. The comments come at a time when suspected gunmen killed 27 Christian students in attacks on Palm Sunday in Plateau’s Angwan Rukuba area and parts of Kaduna, where victims were struck down in coordinated assaults perpetrated by Islamic extremists.
In Plateau State, at least 27–30 people were killed when assailants on motorcycles opened fire on residents in Jos North Local Government Area, prompting authorities to impose a 48‑hour curfew to prevent further violence. Local leaders described the attacks as “barbaric” and condemned the loss of life, even as youths and community figures pleaded for stronger security responses and justice for victims.
Moore — part of a fact‑finding delegation on religious persecution — stressed that repeated deadly incidents during Christian holy days are sickening and unacceptable and called on Nigerian authorities to act decisively to protect vulnerable populations and uphold religious freedom. He also warned that these attacks are part of a broader, ongoing Christian genocide in Nigeria, which continues to devastate communities across the region.