US Congressman Riley Moore Meets Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang: Deepening Ties to Address Security and Christian Persecution

​United States Congressman Riley Moore (R-WV) has shared details of his recent meeting with Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, highlighting a productive discussion on strengthening US-Nigeria relations.

The meeting, which took place yesterday in the United States, focused on deepening bilateral ties to tackle pressing issues like security challenges, economic development, and the ongoing persecution faced by Christians in Nigeria's Middle Belt. During the session, Congressman Moore, who is on a mission to support vulnerable populations, praised Governor Mutfwang's efforts in protecting Christians and other at-risk groups amid rising insecurity.

​More so, it was noted that this engagement comes as part of Governor Mutfwang's strategic visit to the US, where he is also meeting with key agencies like the US Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and the Export-Import Bank (EXIM) to boost investment and trade opportunities for Plateau State. Moore reaffirmed his commitment to collaborating with the Nigerian government on these fronts, emphasizing coordination to address both security and economic hurdles, especially the targeted attacks on Christian communities. Consequently, this cross-continental dialogue underscores the growing international attention on Nigeria's security crises and the role of faith-based advocacy in global partnerships.

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