Orezi Speaks Out After Trump’s Reported Threat to Invade Nigeria Over Religious Killings

Nigerian singer Orezi has joined the growing voices condemning the rising wave of religious violence and impunity in Nigeria, following reports that former U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to “invade Nigeria” over the genocide against Christians by Islamic extremists.

Taking to Instagram, the You Garrit crooner shared a video of U.S. officials discussing the brutal murder of Deborah Samuel, a Sokoto student lynched in 2022 for alleged blasphemy. In the video, American representatives urged that Nigeria be placed on the “Country of Concern” list — a designation for nations that fail to protect citizens’ religious rights or punish violent offenders.

Expressing deep frustration, Orezi wrote:

“The recklessness needs to stop. We cannot continue to live in a country where human life means nothing. Justice must not only be done — it must be seen to be done.”

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Orezi’s post is more than just a celebrity rant — it is a reflection of national fatigue. Nigerians are tired of a system where lives are lost, yet justice is delayed or denied. The singer’s outrage echoes the cries of millions who have watched religious intolerance tear communities apart while the government remains largely silent.

Whether or not Trump’s alleged “invasion” statement holds political weight, it underscores a global concern: the world is watching Nigeria. And when voices like Orezi’s speak up, they remind us that artistes are not just entertainers — they are truth tellers in times of silence.

In a nation struggling with impunity, Orezi’s call for justice is a wake-up note. It’s not just about Deborah Samuel or religious violence — it’s about restoring the sanctity of human life in a country where it has become frighteningly cheap. 💔🇳🇬