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Alleged Genocide: US Congress Split Over Nigeria’s CPC Designation

The U.S. Congress is divided over Nigeria’s redesignation as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) following allegations of genocide and religious persecution. Lawmakers, officials, and witnesses expressed sharply different views during a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee hearing, debating whether Nigeria’s violence constitutes targeted religious persecution or broader governance failures

95News•11/21/2025

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Obi Blames Nigeria’s CPC Status on Leadership Failure

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described the U.S. re-designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” as a wake-up call. He attributed the move to poor governance, insecurity, and lack of competent leadership, warning that it could trigger diplomatic and military consequences.

95News•11/4/2025

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Ndume Slams Trump’s Genocide Allegation, Says Nigeria’s Realities Misunderstood

Senator Ali Ndume has criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that Christians are facing genocide in Nigeria, calling it false and misleading. Speaking on Channels TV and during Senate plenary, Ndume said the country’s insecurity is not driven by religion and warned against foreign misrepresentation of Nigeria’s internal affairs.

95News•11/4/2025

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CPC Blacklist: 12 Nigerian Governors and Other Officials Could Face U.S. Sanctions

The United States is reportedly preparing to impose sanctions on up to 12 Nigerian state governors and other senior officials amid a potential re-designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC). The move comes amid allegations of widespread religious-freedom violations and escalating violence against Christian communities in Nigeria.

95News•11/3/2025