Former Kano State governor and presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has called for diplomatic engagement and national unity following the U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks designating Nigeria as a “country of particular concern.”
Posting on his verified X handle on Sunday, November 2, 2025, Kwankwaso expressed concern over what he described as “heightened pronouncements” from Trump, emphasizing that Nigeria remains a sovereign nation confronting diverse security challenges. “I have noted with increasing concern the heightened pronouncements on Nigeria by President Donald Trump. This follows his designation of Nigeria as a ‘country of particular concern,’” Kwankwaso wrote.
He stressed that Nigeria’s insecurity is multifaceted and does not target any specific religious or ethnic group. “It is important to emphasise that our country is a sovereign nation whose people face different threats from outlaws across the country. The insecurity we face does not distinguish based on religious, ethnic, or political beliefs,” he stated.
Kwankwaso urged the United States to adopt a more constructive approach by offering technological and intelligence support rather than issuing threats that could inflame tensions. “The United States should assist the Nigerian authorities with better cutting-edge technology to tackle these problems, rather than posing a threat that could further polarise our country,” he said.
He also advised the Nigerian government to strengthen its diplomatic channels by appointing seasoned envoys and ambassadors to engage directly with Washington and other international partners. “The Nigerian government should also consider appointing special envoys from its distinguished diplomats to engage the American government. Additionally, it is necessary to appoint permanent ambassadors to represent Nigeria’s interests on the international stage,” Kwankwaso noted.
Calling for unity among Nigerians, he urged citizens to rise above political and religious divides in the face of external pressures. “To my fellow countrymen, this is an important moment where we should emphasise unity of belonging over division,” he stated. View, More,
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