8.10.2025
US Senator Ted Cruz said justice would be served to those behind the genocide against Christians in Nigeria.
Senator Cruz who was writing on his X social media platform said the US knows the identity of the individuals behind the massacre
“The United States knows who those people are, and I intend to hold them accountable,” said Cruz who sponsored a bill aim at stamping out persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
“Since 2009, over 50,000 Christians in Nigeria have been massacred, and over 18,000 churches and 2,000 Christian schools have been destroyed.
“It is the result of decisions made by specific people, in specific places, at specific times—and it says a great deal about who is lashing out now that a light is being shone on these issues,”
Meanwhile Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has clarified its position on the alleged genocide against Christians in the country.
A statement signed by CAN president Archbishop Daniel Okoh, said there was a need to address the issue of genocide against Christian with “clarity, truth, and compassion.”
“These realities are painful reminders of the urgent need for government and security agencies to act decisively to protect every citizen, regardless of region,” Okoh stated.
“Our concern remains that these cries for justice and protection are too often met with delay or denial.
“We therefore renew our call on the government and security agencies to take urgent, transparent, and equitable action to end the killings, safeguard vulnerable Christian communities from displacement, and ensure that perpetrators face the full weight of the law,” Okoh said.
Plateau and Benue Christians burying their dead.