The United States Department of State has announced measures aimed at addressing the alleged mass killings and attacks targeting Christians in Nigeria.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said this on Wednesday saying the US is considering visa restrictions against individuals and groups implicated in the violence.
He said under the new policy, implemented through the Immigration and Nationality Act, the State Department can restrict visas for anyone who has “directed, authorized, significantly supported, participated in, or carried out violations of religious freedom.
The announcement followed a briefing by US House Republicans on Tuesday, highlighting rising religious violence in Nigeria.
