Beyond the elections, the U.S. lawmaker disclosed that Congress is advancing legislation containing provisions that could significantly shape future relations between Washington and Abuja.
A member of the United States Congress, Riley Moore, has said the U.S. government will closely monitor Nigeria's 2027 general elections, stressing that both he and the administration of President Donald Trump will pay "very close attention" to how the polls are conducted.
Moore made the remarks in an interview now circulating online, where he addressed questions on Nigeria’s democratic process, concerns over corruption, and the role of the United States in supporting credible elections in Africa’s most populous nation.
His comments come amid growing political activities ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections, with opposition parties intensifying efforts to challenge the ruling administration while civil society groups continue to express concerns over electoral integrity and governance.
Asked whether the United States could do more to support free and fair elections in Nigeria beyond existing diplomatic engagements, Moore said Washington would be carefully watching the conduct and outcome of the polls.
