Biafra Lobby Linked to U.S. Christian Genocide Claims
Biafra Lobby Linked to U.S. Christian Genocide Claims
Newly released records from the United States Department of Justice (DoJ) indicate that a coalition of pro-Biafra organizations is driving the narrative of a “Christian genocide in Nigeria,” a campaign that helped influence former U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC).
The revelations emerge as U.S. Senator Ted Cruz intensifies criticism of Nigeria’s handling of religious violence. In a video shared on X, Cruz alleged that the Nigerian government has allowed a “massacre” of Christians, claiming Nigeria is the most dangerous place in the world to be a follower of Christ. He cited figures suggesting that Boko Haram and other extremist groups have killed more than 50,000 Christians since 2009 and destroyed thousands of churches and schools.
FARA Filings Link Campaign to Diaspora Groups
The DoJ documents, submitted under the U.S. Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), tie the advocacy effort to the United States of Biafra a coalition that includes the Biafra Republic Government in Exile (BRGIE) and the Biafra De Facto Government in the Homeland. FARA requires individuals and organizations acting on behalf of foreign entities to disclose their lobbying activities, especially when they seek to influence U.S. policy.
The filings show that BRGIE works through Moran Global Strategies (MGS), a lobbying firm led by former U.S. congressman Jim Moran. MGS has developed communication channels with Senator Cruz’s office. The documents reviewed reveal that BRGIE and MGS representatives signed a joint declaration in Lahti, Finland, on December 2, 2024, accusing Nigeria of carrying out a “genocidal onslaught” against Christians and Biafrans.
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Among the signatories is Finnish-based activist Simon Ekpa, identified by the group as its prime minister. Ekpa is currently serving a six-year prison sentence in Finland after being convicted on charges including involvement in a terrorist organization, incitement to commit crimes for terrorist purposes, aggravated tax fraud, and breaches of the Lawyers Act. Also listed in the documents are U.S. citizens Dr. Ngozi Orabueze, named as Deputy Prime Minister, and Diane Emeh, identified as Secretary of Finance and Investments.
Messaging Targeted Toward Conservative U.S. Audiences
While the coalition’s core focus is secession from Nigeria, the FARA filings show its messaging is crafted specifically for American political audiences especially conservative groups and Trump-aligned figures. The documents argue that backing the Biafra movement would counter China’s expanding influence in Africa and protect Christians whom the group claims are “under siege.”
The filings outline a structured political agenda, including leadership of Biafran diaspora communities, fundraising efforts, appointments, humanitarian activities, and public declarations. Much of the ideological content resembles narratives commonly amplified in online disinformation networks, according to experts familiar with such campaigns.
One section of the documents references an internal vote that allegedly ran from February 1 to November 28, 2024, after which the movement claimed the “Restoration of the Independence of the United States of Biafra,” asserting authority over “40 confederating states” and naming Ekpa as coordinator of a transitional government.
Concerns Over Rising Tensions and International Perceptions
Security analysts warn that positioning Nigeria as a site of “Christian genocide” could inflame ethnic and religious tensions at home while shaping international opinion using unverified or selective evidence.
Former Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Professor Bolaji Akinyemi cautioned during an interview on Channels TV that accusations of genocide could seriously harm Nigeria’s diplomatic standing, particularly its relationship with the United States.
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