List of Insults and Verbal Attacks from Trump Against Nigeria Since He Became US President
- Donald Trump’s presidency was marked by repeated verbal attacks on Nigeria, often framed around religious violence and governance failures
- His remarks ranged from calling Nigeria a “disgraced country” to threatening military intervention over Christian persecution
- These statements strained diplomatic ties and sparked global reactions, raising questions about US foreign policy towards Africa
Donald Trump has repeatedly criticised Nigeria during his presidency, using harsh language and threatening action over religious violence.
Here is a listicle detailing the most disturbing insults and expressions of disdain Donald Trump has directed at Nigeria since becoming President of the United States.
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His remarks have sparked global reactions and raised concerns about diplomatic relations between the two countries.
1. “Disgraced country”
In November 2025, Donald Trump referred to Nigeria as a “disgraced country” while accusing its government of failing to protect Christians from extremist violence.
In a post on Truth Social, he warned that the United States “may very well go into that now disgraced country, ‘guns-a-blazing’ to completely wipe out the Islamic Terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities”.
The statement followed reports of attacks on Christian communities in northern Nigeria, which Trump claimed were being ignored by Nigerian authorities.
2. “Shithole country”
Trump reportedly used the term “shithole countries” during a closed-door immigration meeting in 2018, referring to several African nations, including Nigeria.
The comment was widely condemned by international leaders, human rights groups, and the African Union.
Although the White House initially denied the remark, multiple attendees confirmed its use. The insult fuelled debates about racism and the treatment of African nations in US foreign policy.
3. “That country is very bad”
In various interviews and social media posts, Trump has described Nigeria as “very bad”, often in the context of religious violence and governance.
He has accused Nigerian leaders of failing to act against extremist groups and has threatened to cut off US aid.
His administration also considered military options, including air strikes and troop deployment, to address what he called the “mass slaughter” of Christians.
Nigeria and the United States have long maintained strategic ties, especially in trade, security, and counterterrorism.
However, Trump’s presidency marked a shift in tone. His repeated criticisms of Nigeria’s handling of religious violence, combined with inflammatory language, strained diplomatic relations. Nigerian officials have denied claims of inaction and urged the US to respect its internal affairs.
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Trump latest insult came after Tinubu’s tariff
Research shows that Tinubu’s 15% fuel import tariff is unlikely to directly hurt the USA economically but it could reduce their fuel exports to Nigeria and shift regional trade dynamics.
President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose a 15% ad-valorem import duty on petrol and diesel is primarily aimed at boosting Nigeria’s domestic refining industry, especially the Dangote Refinery and other modular plants, its impact on Europe and the United States will be more indirect.
Europe and the US are among Nigeria’s key suppliers of refined petroleum products. With the new tariff, imported fuel becomes more expensive, potentially reducing Nigeria’s demand for foreign fuel and cutting into export volumes from Western refiners.
Nigeria may increasingly rely on domestic refining, especially from the Dangote Refinery, which is designed to meet local demand. This could redirect trade away from traditional suppliers in Europe and the US, affecting their market share in West Africa.
The US and EU have long used energy exports as a tool of soft power. A reduced role in Nigeria’s fuel supply chain could weaken their influence in one of Africa’s largest economies.
Pastor Kumuyi speaks on statement linked to him about Trump
Legit.ng earlier reported that The Deeper Christian Life Ministry has strongly denied a viral report alleging that its General Superintendent, Pastor William Kumuyi, accused the United States of attempting to steal Nigeria’s natural resources and dismissed claims of Christian genocide in the country.
The controversial report, published by an online platform known as Ibom Focus, sparked widespread outrage on X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday.
Source: Legit.ng
