Media Ignorance: Nigerian Christians Face Brutal Persecution
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**Silence from the Media: Christians in Nigeria Under Siege**
In a shocking display of media neglect, major news networks have entirely skipped coverage of critical hearings regarding the rampant persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
On November 21, the House Foreign Affairs Committee convened to address the alarming killings of Christians by jihadist groups and the complicity of the Nigerian government in these atrocities.
While President Donald Trump expressed a willingness to send U.S. troops to Nigeria to combat this violence, mainstream media outlets like ABC, NBC, and CBS turned a blind eye to the hearings and the brutal realities they represent.
Reports highlight that since 2009, over 52,000 Nigerian Christians have been murdered by groups such as Boko Haram and Fulani jihadists.
These organizations, operating with a grim agenda, have systematically targeted individuals for their faith, while the silence from the press raises serious questions about their priorities.
The hearing revealed shocking statistics: approximately 30,000 civilians, including an overwhelming number of Christians, have lost their lives in recent years due to the unchecked violence attributed to these terror groups.
Conversely, left-leaning commentators have berated the Trump administration for its protective stance toward persecuted Christians, claiming it should not threaten military action, even when innocent lives are at stake.
This opposition underscores a troubling tendency among some legislators and media figures to downplay the plight of those targeted solely for their beliefs.
As Republican Congressman Chris Smith aptly stated during the hearing, “This is not random violence. It is deliberate persecution.”
Support for legislation like the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act, championed by Senator Ted Cruz, is crucial as it aims to safeguard Christians and other religious minorities facing relentless attacks.
The failure of major news outlets to cover this vital issue not only impedes public awareness but also signals a broader trend of ignoring the suffering of persecuted communities that do not fit into the preferred narratives.
The Trump administration's commitment to confront this persecution, along with a clear message from Congress about the realities on the ground, represents a necessary shift in U.S. foreign policy.
Facing the branding of groups like Boko Haram as foreign terrorist organizations underlines the importance of an unwavering stance against radical Islamism that threatens lives worldwide.
As the situation in Nigeria continues to deteriorate, it is incumbent upon both the media and the broader political landscape to bring this urgent humanitarian crisis into the light.
True allies to freedom of religion must not waver in their support for those being systematically silenced, and as Americans, we must stand united in calling for accountability and action.
Sources:
newsbusters.org
thegatewaypundit.com
theblaze.com
In a shocking display of media neglect, major news networks have entirely skipped coverage of critical hearings regarding the rampant persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
On November 21, the House Foreign Affairs Committee convened to address the alarming killings of Christians by jihadist groups and the complicity of the Nigerian government in these atrocities.
While President Donald Trump expressed a willingness to send U.S. troops to Nigeria to combat this violence, mainstream media outlets like ABC, NBC, and CBS turned a blind eye to the hearings and the brutal realities they represent.
Reports highlight that since 2009, over 52,000 Nigerian Christians have been murdered by groups such as Boko Haram and Fulani jihadists.
These organizations, operating with a grim agenda, have systematically targeted individuals for their faith, while the silence from the press raises serious questions about their priorities.
The hearing revealed shocking statistics: approximately 30,000 civilians, including an overwhelming number of Christians, have lost their lives in recent years due to the unchecked violence attributed to these terror groups.
Conversely, left-leaning commentators have berated the Trump administration for its protective stance toward persecuted Christians, claiming it should not threaten military action, even when innocent lives are at stake.
This opposition underscores a troubling tendency among some legislators and media figures to downplay the plight of those targeted solely for their beliefs.
As Republican Congressman Chris Smith aptly stated during the hearing, “This is not random violence. It is deliberate persecution.”
Support for legislation like the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act, championed by Senator Ted Cruz, is crucial as it aims to safeguard Christians and other religious minorities facing relentless attacks.
The failure of major news outlets to cover this vital issue not only impedes public awareness but also signals a broader trend of ignoring the suffering of persecuted communities that do not fit into the preferred narratives.
The Trump administration's commitment to confront this persecution, along with a clear message from Congress about the realities on the ground, represents a necessary shift in U.S. foreign policy.
Facing the branding of groups like Boko Haram as foreign terrorist organizations underlines the importance of an unwavering stance against radical Islamism that threatens lives worldwide.
As the situation in Nigeria continues to deteriorate, it is incumbent upon both the media and the broader political landscape to bring this urgent humanitarian crisis into the light.
True allies to freedom of religion must not waver in their support for those being systematically silenced, and as Americans, we must stand united in calling for accountability and action.
Sources:
newsbusters.org
thegatewaypundit.com
theblaze.com
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