‘Much Need To Be Done…’, Says US Congressman Moore After Meeting With NSA Ribadu

United States Congressman Riley Moore has stated that there was “much work still to be done” in improving security conditions in Nigeria, after a meeting with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu.

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Moore said discussions focused on terrorism in the North-East and the killings in the Middle Belt, describing the situation as a significant concern for US President Donald Trump and himself.

“There is much work still to be done, but things are moving in the right direction. I look forward to the next steps with the Nigerian government and continued open dialogue,” he said.

He explained that the delegation and Nigerian officials reviewed concrete steps and actions that, if fully implemented, could significantly improve security across the country.

“There were concrete steps and actions discussed at length, that if fully executed, I believe will enhance security across the country for all Nigerians, disrupt and destroy terrorist organisations in the North-East and stop the killing of Christians — a specific concern for @POTUS and me — particularly in the Middle Belt of the country,” Moore said.

The congressman also commended the Nigerian government and President Bola Tinubu for the rescue of 100 abducted Catholic schoolchildren in Niger State, describing it as a positive sign of improved response to the country’s security challenges.

“I want to thank the Nigerian government and @officialABAT for rescuing the 100 innocent and precious Catholic school children. This is a positive demonstration of the government’s increasing response to the security situation and shows commitment to the emergency declaration laid out by President Tinubu,” he added.

Moore said the concerns raised by the US delegation were positively received and pointed to the establishment of a joint task force between Nigeria and the United States as evidence of growing cooperation.

However, he emphasised that openness must be accompanied by concrete action.

He concluded by offering goodwill to Nigerians, saying, “Peace be with you all. God bless the great people of Nigeria.”