US Lawmaker Moore Calls for Police Decentralisation in Nigeria to Boost Security
United States Congressman Riley Moore has renewed his call for the decentralisation of Nigeria’s police system, urging that state governments be given greater control over local security.
Moore made the appeal in a post on X on Thursday, calling on the Federal Government to intensify efforts to protect citizens, particularly those in the Middle Belt, where attacks linked to extremist groups have been reported.
The lawmaker has remained actively engaged in Nigeria’s security discourse, with a strong focus on alleged persecution of Christians and the rise of extremism, an approach that aligns with the policy stance of Donald Trump.
As of early 2026, he has led investigations, introduced legislation, and called for greater accountability from the Nigerian government.
As part of these efforts, Moore led a bipartisan congressional delegation to Nigeria to assess the violence affecting Christian communities. During the visit, the delegation met with victims, religious leaders, and senior government officials.
He also pushed for Nigeria’s reinstatement as a Country of Particular Concern over alleged widespread religious persecution, a designation made by the United States on October 31, 2025, under Trump’s administration.
