President Donald Trump said he has instructed the Pentagon to prepare for possible action in Nigeria, if the government "continues to allow the killing of Christians."

President Donald Trump threatens military action against Nigeria over Christian killings, orders aid suspension and warns of "guns-a-blazing" response to Islamic terrorism.

The move came a day after Trump designated Nigeria a "country of particular concern" over alleged violations of religious freedom.

President Donald Trump has announced his intent to designate Nigeria a "country of particular concern" over religious freedoms.