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Nigeria’s affairs should be handled internally, says Chinese Ambassador Dunhai
Yu Dunhai, China’s ambassador to Nigeria, has reaffirmed Beijing’s support for Nigeria in combating terrorism and advancing national development, while condemning foreign interference in the country’s internal affairs.
In a statement shared via X on Thursday following a meeting with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Ambassador Dunhai said China “firmly supports” the Nigerian government in pursuing development strategies suited to the country’s realities.
He stressed that China opposes any country meddling in Nigeria under the pretext of religion or human rights and rejects threats of sanctions or military force.
“As a comprehensive strategic partner of Nigeria, China firmly supports the Nigerian government in leading its people to a development path that fits Nigeria’s national realities,” Dunhai said.
“We oppose any country’s interference in other countries’ internal affairs under the pretext of religion and human rights. We oppose the wanton threat of sanction and use of force.”
“China is willing to continue supporting Nigeria in combating terrorism and maintaining domestic stability.”
The remarks come amid recent tensions after US President Donald Trump threatened military action in Nigeria over alleged persecution of Christians and redesignated the country as a “country of particular concern (CPC)” over claims of a Christian genocide.
Some US lawmakers had also urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to take decisive action against Nigeria.
China’s foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, similarly warned against interference in Nigeria’s affairs during a press conference in Beijing on Tuesday.
The Nigerian government has repeatedly rejected claims of a Christian genocide in the country.
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