Why Nigerian Christians welcome Trump’s airstrikes
Geopolitics
Nigeria
Started January 18, 2026
The sectarian battle lines were drawn long before the US intervention
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Why Nigerian Christians welcome Trump’s airstrikes
New Statesman (United Kingdom) | Jan 18, 2026
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Jan 18, 2026
The U.S. airstrikes provide necessary support to Nigerian Christians facing persecution, potentially saving lives and restoring hope in the region.
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Jan 18, 2026
The response of Nigerian Christians to U.S. airstrikes reflects a complex reality where immediate security concerns may outweigh potential long-term consequences.
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Jan 18, 2026
U.S. intervention risks exacerbating sectarian tensions in Nigeria, further complicating an already volatile situation without addressing root causes.
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Jan 18, 2026
Supporting U.S. airstrikes could lead to a dangerous precedent of foreign intervention in domestic conflicts, undermining Nigeria's sovereignty.
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Jan 18, 2026
While airstrikes may offer immediate relief, a long-term solution requires comprehensive dialogue among all sects in Nigeria, not just military action.
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