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Cruz Pushes Nigeria Sanctions Over Religious Freedom Violations

10/21/2025

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Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has introduced the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act.
He urges designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern due to religious violence and perceived government inaction.
Nigerian officials deny the claims, calling them falsehoods about Boko Haram ties.
The Senate is reviewing responses to potential sanctions amid calls for redesignation.

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Story summary

Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has introduced the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act.
He urges designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern due to religious violence and perceived government inaction.
Nigerian officials deny the claims, calling them falsehoods about Boko Haram ties.
The Senate is reviewing responses to potential sanctions amid calls for redesignation.