In response to the United States’ threat of military action against Nigeria, China has come out in support of the Nigerian government, urging the international community to respect the country’s sovereignty.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson, Mao Ning, emphasized that China opposes any attempt by foreign powers to use religion or human rights as a pretext to interfere in another country’s internal affairs.
The Chinese government reiterated its support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, commending the government for guiding the country along a development path tailored to its national conditions.
According to a report sourced from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People’s Republic of China’s website, the Spokesperson for China’s Foreign Ministry, Mao Ning, stated this at a press briefing on Tuesday in Beijing.
She said, “As Nigeria’s strategic partner, China opposes any attempt by foreign powers to use religion or human rights as a pretext to meddle in another country’s internal affairs or impose sanctions and military threats.”
Recall recently, the US threatened Nigeria with possible military action due to the alleged persecution of Christians in the country.
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