By Uzair Adam
Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the presidential candidate of the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP) in the 2023 general elections, has called on U.S. President Donald Trump to assist Nigeria with modern technology to combat insecurity rather than issue threats of military intervention.
Kwankwaso made the appeal in a statement on Sunday while reacting to Trump’s recent remarks accusing the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians and threatening military action against terrorist groups in the country.
Trump’s statement followed Nigeria’s endorsement of a two-state solution to the Middle East crisis and its condemnation of killings in Gaza—a position that reportedly sparked renewed allegations of “Christian genocide” against the country.
Kwankwaso noted that Nigeria remains a sovereign nation grappling with multifaceted security challenges affecting people of all religions and ethnic backgrounds.
“It is important to emphasise that our country is a sovereign nation whose people face different threats from outlaws across the country.
“The insecurity we face does not distinguish based on religious, ethnic, or political beliefs,” he said.
The former defence minister advised the U.S. government to deploy its influence and resources to help Nigeria address insecurity rather than make divisive statements.
“The United States should assist Nigerian authorities with advanced technology to confront these challenges, rather than issue threats that could further polarise our country,” he stated.
Kwankwaso also urged the Nigerian government to strengthen diplomatic engagement with Washington by appointing special envoys and ambassadors to protect and project Nigeria’s interests globally.
“The Nigerian government should consider appointing special envoys from among its seasoned diplomats to engage the American government.
“It is also necessary to appoint permanent ambassadors to represent our national interests on the global stage,” he advised.
He further appealed to Nigerians to remain united amid increasing international tensions, stressing that this was a time to promote unity over division.
“God bless Nigeria,” he concluded.