The U.S said it launched a Joint Working Group with Nigeria in Abuja last week to address President Trump’s Country of Particular Concern designation. US-Nigeria alliance aims for safer religious practices. Photo credit: @USinNigeriaSource: TwitterThe Joint Working Group is to work on reducing violence, strengthening security, and holding perpetrators accountable. “The United States is committed to advancing religious freedom and protecting Christians and other vulnerable communities in Nigeria. The American President has previously focused on Christian victims in Nigeria's ongoing conflictsTrump asserts that Christians remain the primary victims despite acknowledging broader religious violence.