Nigeria promises to protect religious diversity after being included on the American list of countries with issues regarding religious freedom.

Nigeria reacted to the Trump administration's decision to add the country to the list of states that raise issues regarding religious freedom, promising to combat extremism and protect all citizens, regardless of religion. The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the importance of diversity as a national strength. Donald Trump stated that "Christianity is facing an existential threat in Nigeria," mentioning the killing of thousands of Christians by "radical Islamists," without providing evidence. Nigeria, with a diverse population of over 200 ethnic groups, has had periods of peaceful coexistence, but interethnic and religious tensions persist, especially in the context of the activities of the Boko Haram group and the Islamic State in West Africa, which have led to the deaths of tens of thousands of people, mostly Muslims.