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Frank applauded Donald Trump for declaring Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” over insecurity and human rights abusesHe urged the US to impose targeted sanctions on corrupt officials and protect ordinary Nigerians from any falloutHe warned that failure to act would worsen Nigeria’s crisis, saying insecurity and corruption had become entrenched under current leadershipCHECK OUT: Discover How to Work with Brands, Earn from Affiliate Links, and Tap into Ad Revenue — Because Your Content Deserves to Pay Off.FCT, Abuja— Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Timi Frank, has praised former United States President Donald Trump for declaring Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC), citing persistent human rights abuses and worsening insecurity in the country.Frank said the move highlights what he described as the Nigerian government’s failure to protect its citizens from violent attacks, corruption, and impunity.Timi Frank, a former ally of the ruling APC, weighs in as Donald Trump designates Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern.” Photo credit: @Timi Frank/@officialABAT/Contribution Source: UGCTrump raises alarm on Christian killingsTrump, writing on his Truth Social platform on Friday, said Christianity faces “an existential threat” in Nigeria, alleging mass killings of Christians by extremist groups, Vanguard reported.Read alsoBreaking: US senator Ted Cruz declares war on Nigeria’s sharia, blasphemy laws with new billCHECK OUT: Your Opinion Matters — Tell Us How Legit.ng Can Improve and Win Access To The Copywriting Course for Free.“Thousands of Christians are being killed. Radical Islamists are responsible for this mass slaughter.“I am hereby making Nigeria a COUNTRY OF PARTICULAR CONCERN, but that is the least of it," Trump wrote.Frank hails “long-overdue decision”Speaking in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, Frank welcomed Trump’s declaration, saying the decision was both bold and overdue.“We commend President Trump for taking this stand; it is long overdue. By this action, President Trump has shown he cares more about the welfare and safety of ordinary Nigerians than those elected to lead them," Frank said.Frank argued that the designation reflects global acknowledgement of Nigeria’s deteriorating security climate and what he described as government negligence, Daily Independence reported.He added, “This declaration is the direct consequence of the Nigerian government’s tolerance for impunity and lack of accountability in addressing insecurity.”Ex-APC ally calls for targeted sanctionsRead alsoUS to reduce number of Nigerian refugee admissions in new policyFrank urged the United States government to ensure that any sanctions resulting from the CPC listing are directed at culpable government officials and their families, rather than ordinary Nigerians.“We appeal to the United States to protect ordinary Nigerians from the fallout of sanctions after due investigations.“The measures should be directed at those directly responsible for the atrocities, not at citizens already suffering from the government’s failures, Christians and non-Christians alike," he said.He accused officials of complicity in the country’s insecurity, alleging corruption and secret dealings with insurgents and bandits.“The truth is that this administration is not interested in ending the killings. Insecurity has become a business for some within the system. Corruption and impunity are the twin engines driving this crisis," Frank claimed.Frank: “Time for polite diplomacy is over”Former APC spokesperson Timi Frank issues a response to Donald Trump’s declaration placing Nigeria among “Countries of Particular Concern.” Photo credit: @officialABAT/Timi Tinubu Source: TwitterFrank called on the international community, especially the US and allied nations, to impose visa bans, freeze assets, and prevent access to alleged stolen wealth abroad.“The time for polite diplomacy is over. The world must stand with victims, not with those profiting from bloodshed.Read alsoMilitary coup plot: Presidency issues fresh warnings“President Trump’s action gives hope to millions of Nigerians who feel abandoned by their own leaders," he said.He warned that failure to act firmly would worsen Nigeria’s crises, leading to more violence, displacement, and economic decline.“Officials entrusted with protecting lives must be held accountable when they fail,” Frank added.US senator pushes bill against Nigeria's sharia, blasphemy lawsPreviously, Legit.ng reported that United States Senator Ted Cruz has announced plans to push legislation targeting the enforcement of Sharia and blasphemy laws in Nigeria. Cruz, a Republican from Texas, said the move reflects his long-standing campaign to protect Christians in Nigeria whom he claims are facing violence and discrimination. PAY ATTENTION: Follow our WhatsApp channel to never miss out on the news that matters to you! Source: Legit.ng
