US EditionNigeria: China Backs Nigeria Against Trump's Military Invasion Threat
China rejects U.S. sanctions threats over alleged Christian persecution and supports Nigeria's sovereignty amid claims of violence by radical Islamic groups, citing Nigeria's right to self-determined development.
- At a Tuesday press conference, Mao Ning said, `China firmly opposes any country using religion and human rights as an excuse to interfere in other countries' internal affairs` and supports Nigeria, condemning US threats.
- Following the U.S. State Department's October 31 redesignation, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened sanctions or military action over alleged Christian genocide in Nigeria.
- President Bola Tinubu said on Saturday that Nigeria rejects claims of facilitating anti-Christian violence and affirms constitutional religious liberty, while the Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs commits to fighting violent extremism in West African and Sahel regions.
- Observers say the exchange has intensified diplomatic friction between Nigeria and the United States as China shows solidarity with President Bola Tinubu's administration amid rising tensions.
- In the wider view, the dispute highlights competing claims over religious freedom and national sovereignty, with China backing Nigeria and the U.S. State Department redesignation on October 31 shaping external partners' responses.
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When Donald Trump threatened Nigeria, China protested, saying, "This arbitrariness is not right."
Nigeria: China Backs Nigeria Against Trump's Military Invasion Threat
The People's Republic of China has expressed strong support for President Bola Tinubu's administration while warning against foreign interference in Nigeria's internal affairs following a recent threat by U.S. President Donald Trump.
China backs Nigeria, warns against military action amid Trump's threat
The Chinese government has pledged its firm support for its Nigerian counterpart following the recent threat of military action in the West African country by United States President Donald Trump. Mao Ning, spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, who spoke at a press conference in Beijing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, affirmed her country's strategic partnership with Nigeria, cautioning against the threat of military action under the pretext …
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China has issued a stern warning to the United States, urging Washington to stay out of Nigeria’s internal matters after U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly hinted at possible military intervention. Reaffirming its alliance with Abuja, Beijing described Nigeria as a “comprehensive strategic partner” and pledged full support for President Bola The post Don’t meddle in Nigeria’s affairs – China warns U.S President Trump appeared first on Nation…
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