Nigeria was recently declared a “country of particular concern” by President Donald Trump, who cited alleged threats to Christians in the country and publicly threatened possible U.S. military intervention to combat terrorism and protect religious minorities. This development is highly consequential for Nigeria, its global reputation, and the diaspora community. This is a concise, practical brief for the Nigerian diaspora – what happened, why it matters, and how the Diaspora can turn this moment into positive, strategic engagement by responding in ways that protect communities, increases leverage, advocacy, and engagement.
