The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has called on President Bola Tinubu to act swiftly and strategically in diplomatic engagements with U.S. President Donald Trump, following recent threats of potential U.S. military action over alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
Speaking at the November Holy Ghost Service held at Redemption City on Friday, Adeboye advised the Nigerian government to persuade Trump to postpone any intervention for approximately 90 days, allowing Nigeria time to show tangible progress in combating insecurity and terrorism.
Trump had recently instructed the U.S. Department of Defence to prepare for “possible action” against Nigeria, citing the country’s failure to stop attacks on Christians and describing it as a “disgraced country.”
The Nigerian government had consistently rejected these claims, describing them as exaggerated and politically motivated.
Pastor Adeboye emphasised that the situation required calm, strategic diplomacy rather than confrontation.
“If I were asked to make suggestions, I would say to our government: move fast, move diplomatically, move wisely.
”Find a way to convince the president of America to delay his actions for about 100 days, then come home and tell our security chiefs to get rid of these terrorists within 90 days or resign,” he said.
Adeboye urged the federal government to expose sponsors of terrorism and insurgency, regardless of their political influence or connections, asserting that only decisive action could restore Nigeria’s credibility on the international stage.
He also warned that Nigeria cannot rely on foreign powers for defence if the situation escalates.
“When I say our leaders should move fast, diplomatically, and wisely, it’s because if America attacks us, China, Russia, and other world powers will condemn it strongly but that’s all they’ll do.
”Britain won’t come to help us. No foreign power will,” Adeboye cautioned.
The cleric however appealed for unity and urgency, urging leaders to prioritize human lives over religious or political differences.
“This is not the time for jokes, grammar, or arguments. It’s not about Christians or Muslims, innocent people are dying,” he said, highlighting the need for national cohesion in tackling insecurity.
Adeboye’s remarks come amid intensifying international attention on Nigeria’s security challenges and rising religious tensions.
Earlier this week, China warned against external interference in Nigeria’s internal affairs following the US statements.
