— Applauds president’s resolve to tackle nation’s challenges

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru

ABUJA — The American president, Donald Trump, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s resolve to tackle issues plaguing Nigeria, especially the violence affecting Christian communities, saying it is an honour to stand with his administration in the fight against terrorists.

In a letter to President Tinubu dated July 6, 2026, Trump said the US–Nigeria relationship has flourished in recent times, with the two sides working closely in key areas, particularly in tackling security challenges afflicting parts of Nigeria.

He applauded Tinubu’s resolve to tackle the problems confronting the country, especially the violence affecting Christian communities.