United States Congressman Riley Moore has reacted to the airstrike against terrorists in Sokoto State.
Recall that Trump had announced on Thursday that the United States had carried out multiple air strikes on Islamic State (ISIS) militants in north-west Nigeria,
Speaking on the development, Moore warned that further action may follow if the violence persists.
In a statement on his 𝕏 handle, he asserted that Trump is determined to put an end to the killing of Christians in Nigeria,
The lawmaker said that the strike represents the first step in addressing what he described as the ongoing slaughter of Christians and the broader security crisis affecting Nigerians across religious and ethnic lines.
“President Trump has been clear that the killing of Christians in Nigeria must end,” he said.
He stated that the administration’s resolve on the matter should not be underestimated.
“As I stated at the outset: Do not test President Trump‘s resolve in this matter.
“Tonight’s strike in coordination with the Nigerian government is just the first step to ending the slaughter of Christians and the security crisis affecting all Nigerians,” he said.
He stressed that the operation signals a stronger stance by the United States in support of Nigeria’s efforts to tackle terrorism and violent extremism, noting that further measures could be taken if the situation does not improve.