Trump: Diplomatic engagements yielding results, says information minister

…proscribed separatist organisations in Nigeria, certain U.S.-based lobby groups working to misrepresent Nigeria’s situation, he alleges

By Joseph Erunke, Abuja

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that ongoing diplomatic engagements between Nigeria and the United States are producing positive results toward easing recent tensions between both nations.

Speaking on the UK-based Sky News programme “The World With Yalda Hakim” on Monday night, Idris confirmed that constructive dialogue is underway and yielding mutual understanding.

“Channels of communication have been opened; I can confirm that. We are talking to them, and I believe they are now appreciating the situation better. Much of the earlier misunderstanding arose from an incomplete grasp of the diversity and complexity of our domestic challenges,” he said.

The minister also revealed that intelligence has established links between a proscribed separatist organisation in Nigeria and certain U.S.-based lobby groups allegedly working to misrepresent Nigeria’s situation to American policymakers.

“We have observed a direct connection between lobbyists in the United States and a proscribed terrorist group in Nigeria. These groups are actively engaging influential people in the U.S. to advance misleading narratives,” Idris stated.

Reaffirming Nigeria’s longstanding partnership with the United States in combating terrorism, Idris urged renewed cooperation to address ongoing security challenges.

“Yes, we acknowledge that there are conflicts and security issues in parts of Nigeria. However, the United States has in the past been a dependable ally in helping our country manage such situations. We are once again calling for that partnership to be strengthened so that, together, we can achieve lasting peace,” he said.

Expressing surprise at recent reports and statistics emerging from the U.S., the minister cautioned against conclusions drawn from unverified data and urged the international community to approach Nigeria’s internal dynamics with greater context and understanding.

“We want the world to know that Nigeria shares the concerns about the tragic incidents occurring in some regions, but it is important to understand the diversity and complexity of our society. Some of the figures being circulated cannot withstand scientific scrutiny,” Idris noted.

He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to religious freedom, emphasising that the country remains a multi-faith nation guided by constitutional guarantees and coexistence among its people.

“Our constitution guarantees freedom of religion. Nigeria remains a multi-faith country, and the current conflicts are not driven by religious persecution,” the minister further said.

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