US: Reactions to Nigeria being classed as CPC

There has been mixed reaction among missionary workers to the news that the US State Department has updated its classification of Nigeria to a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) due to its severe persecution of Christians.

The ongoing situation in Nigeria gained more publicity following comments by comedian Bill Maher, who described persecution as genocidal. Now, Trump’s administration has upped its designation of the country and has hinted at further action if violations of religious freedom are not halted.

Paul Robinson, CEO of Release International, told en that seeing American politicians taking the issue seriously is “heartening." He hopes it will bring the situation to more people’s attention.