The Federal Government has appealed to Nigerians to remain calm following remarks by former United States President Donald Trump, who reportedly threatened to invade Nigeria over alleged claims of genocide against Christians.
Gatekeepers News reports that the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the appeal on Monday during a courtesy visit to Governor Umar Namadi in Dutse, Jigawa State.
Idris said there was no cause for alarm, assuring citizens that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is fully capable of managing any diplomatic tension that may arise and of maintaining Nigeria’s longstanding partnership with the United States and other international allies.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has all it takes to secure Nigeria from destabilising elements, as well as mend any cracks in our nation’s relationship with our international friends and partners. As such, Nigerians should please remain calm,” Idris said.
The minister, who was in Jigawa for the North-West 2025 Youth Pally and the Presentation of President Tinubu’s Two-Year Achievements, reiterated the administration’s commitment to peace, unity, and constructive global engagement.
His remarks come amid widespread reactions to Trump’s recent statement, which has drawn criticism across diplomatic and political circles as an unnecessary provocation capable of straining Nigeria–U.S. relations.
Idris, however, maintained that the Tinubu administration remains focused on strengthening democratic institutions and promoting international cooperation.
“The President’s leadership continues to project Nigeria as a stable, sovereign, and forward-looking nation,” he said.
Meanwhile, in a related development, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stepped up proactive security patrols around churches and border communities in response to recent concerns.
According to a statement by Josephine Adeh, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, the patrols — conducted on November 9, 2025 — were led by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), local hunters, and vigilante groups.
Adeh said the operations, which covered forested and border areas linking Bwari to Kaduna, Bwari to Niger, and Gwagwalada to Niger State, aimed to deter criminal activities and reassure worshippers of their safety.
“The exercise was conducted from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to strengthen public confidence and ensure that worshippers can attend religious services without fear of harassment or attack,” she said.
She added that church leaders in the affected areas were engaged and advised to maintain communication with security agencies, report suspicious movements, and reduce late-night gatherings.
The operation follows President Tinubu’s directive to security chiefs to ensure the safety of all citizens amid Trump’s accusation that Christians are being killed in Nigeria, which the government has strongly denied.
