The United States House of Representatives has started a fresh investigation into the rising killings and claims of religious persecution in Nigeria.
The hearing, which will take place on Thursday, November 20, 2025, will focus on why former US President Donald Trump recently listed Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC).
If the US Senate agrees with the decision, America may place strong penalties on Nigerian officials involved in religious persecution and also reduce some types of assistance to the country.
The meeting will be held in Washington DC and led by US lawmaker Rep. Chris Smith.
According to the schedule, top US government officials and Nigerian religious leaders will speak during the hearing.
The first panel will feature:
Jonathan Pratt, senior official, US Bureau of African Affairs
Jacob McGee, Deputy Assistant Secretary, US Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights & Labor
The second panel will include:
Ms. Nina Shea, Director, Centre for Religious Freedom
Bishop Wilfred Anagbe, Makurdi Catholic Diocese
Ms. Oge Onubogu, Centre for Strategic & International Studies
This investigation follows Trump’s October 31, 2025 declaration naming Nigeria a CPC because of alleged severe attacks on Christians.
Trump had also warned that the US might stop all support to Nigeria and could even consider military action if the Nigerian government fails to protect Christians.
His comments have sparked strong debate both in Nigeria and the international community.
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