The Nigerian government says it would be diplomatically offensive for the United States to carry out any military operation in Nigeria without its approval.
Presidential aide Daniel Bwala stated that Nigeria remains a sovereign nation, whose security affairs must be respected.
His comments follow remarks by former US President Donald Trump, who threatened possible military action over alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
Bwala dismissed claims of a Christian genocide, insisting that insecurity in Nigeria affects all groups equally.
U.S. President Donald Trump has again threatened possible military action in Nigeria over what he called the killing of Christians.
Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump said U.S. ground troops or air strikes could be deployed, warning that America “will not allow Christians to be killed in large numbers.”
Nigeria’s presidency has reacted, saying both countries remain partners in the global fight against terrorism and that dialogue will yield better results.
Meanwhile the United States Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, disclosed that America’s Department of War is preparing for action in Nigeria over reported attacks on Christians.
Hegseth made the comment on X, responding to President Donald Trump’s earlier threat of military intervention if the killings continue.
