On the recordFebruary 5, 2024
There is no justification as to why the State Department did not designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern despite its own reporting and statements.
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congress.govThere is no justification as to why the State Department did not designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern despite its own reporting and statements.
Smith highlights the lack of State Department action regarding Nigeria's religious persecution.
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