Posts - Bill - S 2747 A bill to require the Secretary of State to designate the Federal Republic of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, to impose certain sanctions, and for other purposes.
senate 09/09/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to hold Nigerian officials accountable for enforcing blasphemy laws and tolerating religious violence by designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern and imposing targeted sanctions. Our goal is to promote religious freedom and address ongoing human rights abuses within the country.
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S 2747 - A bill to require the Secretary of State to designate the Federal Republic of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern, to impose certain sanctions, and for other purposes.
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left-leaning 09/09/2025
Finally, some teeth behind our talk—sanctions show we mean business on human rights.
left-leaning 09/09/2025
Sanctions are the diplomatic sucker punch oppressive regimes deserve. Justice won't wait.
moderate 09/09/2025
It’s tough—but if we don't apply pressure internationally, who will keep religious freedoms alive?
right-leaning 09/09/2025
If we want respect abroad, maybe start respecting sovereignty instead of lecturing other countries.
right-leaning 09/09/2025
This bill smells like virtue signaling while playing global policeman—let Nigeria handle Nigeria.
moderate 09/09/2025
Sanctions could be a double-edged sword; let's hope they punish bad actors, not innocent folks.
left-leaning 09/09/2025
Calling out Nigeria’s blasphemy laws? About time we put freedom of expression before profits.
right-leaning 09/09/2025
More sanctions? Great, because nothing says 'freedom' like poking our nose into every foreign business.
moderate 09/09/2025
A measured approach is key—naming and shaming only works if we stay consistent and clear.