Nigeria We're Ready to Work With You - Nigeria Tells Trump After Military Threat

The Digest:

The Federal Government has declared Nigeria's willingness to work with the United States and other countries to eliminate terrorist remnants, framing the security crisis as a criminal issue, not a religious one, while seeking international support over threats.

Key Points:

• Minister of Information Mohammed Idris made the statement at a world press conference in Abuja.
• He clarified that Nigeria's insecurity is not targeted at any specific religion.
• The government acknowledged facing a significant security challenge.
• Idris cited an improved Global Terrorism Index ranking as evidence of progress.
• He called on the US and other nations to support President Tinubu's efforts.
• The statement is a direct response to US President Donald Trump's recent threats.
• Nigeria was recently designated a 'Country of Particular Concern' by the US.

This diplomatic outreach reveals a nation striving to navigate the storm of international pressure by pivoting from confrontation to a call for collaborative action against a common enemy.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria