US Congressional Delegation Arrives Nigeria, Meets Ribadu in Abuja Amid Rising Christians Genocide

“A U.S. Congressional delegation led by Rep. Riley Moore has arrived in Abuja for a fact-finding mission, meeting with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to discuss security cooperation and concerns over alleged religious persecution.”

Abuja, Nigeria — A high-level United States Congressional delegation has arrived in Abuja, marking renewed diplomatic engagement between Washington and Nigeria on counterterrorism, defence cooperation and concerns surrounding alleged religious persecution in the country.

The delegation, led by U.S. House Representative Riley Moore, who represents Virginia’s Second District, held a closed-door meeting with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, on Sunday.

Mr Ribadu confirmed the visit in an official statement, noting that the lawmakers were in Nigeria “on a fact-finding mission” following earlier discussions in Washington, D.C., where both countries reviewed shared security priorities.

Rep. Moore also announced his arrival in Nigeria via his official X handle, writing:
“I came to Nigeria in the name of the Lord and on behalf of the American people. Just ending a very productive visit to Nigeria and rounds of meetings. More details to come. Happy Sunday. God is great!”

Though he provided no further specifics, sources suggest the visit may be linked to ongoing probes in Washington into allegations of widespread attacks against Christian communities in Nigeria — a matter that has drawn growing attention among U.S. lawmakers.

Providing additional context, Mr Ribadu shared that the delegation included:

Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart,

Rep. Norma Torres,

Rep. Scott Franklin,

Rep. Juan Ciscomani, and

Rep. Riley Moore.

He added that the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills, also attended the meeting, underscoring Washington’s deepening interest in Nigeria’s internal security architecture.

Sunday’s engagement highlights what analysts say is Washington’s heightened focus on Nigeria’s security environment — particularly issues relating to terrorism, human rights, and interfaith tensions across the country.