US President Trump
The American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID) have welcomed the recent designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular concern (CPC) by United States President Donald Trump. The group in a letter to Trump dated November 2, 2025 also declared its readiness and willingness “to assist in any efforts aimed at the liberation and protection of Christians in Nigeria.”
Below is the text of the letter signed by AVID President, Chief Dr, Sylvester Onyia, and Secretary, Dr. Godson Obiagwu:
“Dear President Donald J. Trump,
“The American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID) sincerely and warmly welcome the recent designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular concern (CPC) by your administration. We want to express our deep gratitude for this action, which offers renewed courage to Christians in Nigeria to continue practicing their religion.
“The whistle blower behind this genocidal act is Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, who prophesied the killing of Christians by the terrorist groups sponsored by the government years ago.
“Mr. Kanu is still detained illegally in solitary confinement over 4 years without charges. We are ready and willing to assist in any efforts aimed at the liberation and protection of Christians in Nigeria.
“God bless President Trump and God bless the United States of America.”
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