US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth revealed that, under President Trump’s orders, the US is preparing for potential military action against “Islamic terrorists” in Nigeria, following ongoing attacks on Christians. Hegseth and Trump issued strong warnings to Nigeria’s government, threatening to cut aid and take direct action if religious violence does not stop. Nigerian President Bola Tinubu rejected these accusations, emphasizing Nigeria’s commitment to religious freedom and ongoing efforts to protect all citizens. Independent reports indicate that Nigeria’s violence is fueled by resource-related conflict and affects both Christians and Muslims, with a majority of victims being Muslim.