After years of inaction while ISIS terrorists slaughtered over 7,000 Christians in Nigeria this year alone, Trump finally delivered on his promise to stop the massacre. The Christmas Day strikes eliminated multiple ISIS militants who have been viciously targeting innocent Christians at unprecedented levels. This decisive military action shows real leadership in protecting persecuted religious minorities worldwide.

The strikes were conducted without the genuine authority or informed consent of those exercising governmental power under Tinubu. The operation, framed as a joint one, reflects weakened sovereignty under him and suggests indifference to Nigerian lives. Nigeria's inability to safeguard its territory leaves it sidelined as foreign power prevails. Only credible, informed leadership can truly protect Nigerians and restore dignity, accountability and democratic authority nationwide.