US Congressman introduces bill to ban Nigerian government lobbying

US Congressman Barry Moore has introduced H.R. 10939, a legislative proposal aimed at prohibiting individuals and lobbying firms in the United States from accepting payments to represent the Nigerian government.

The bill seeks to implement this restriction for as long as Nigeria maintains its designation as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) regarding religious freedom violations. Moore, a Republican representing Alabama, argued that the Nigerian government has used substantial funds to hire lobbyists in Washington to influence public perception and defend its human rights record while failing to address persistent attacks against Christian communities.

If passed, the legislation would make it illegal for any US-based person or firm to receive financial compensation for lobbying on behalf of Nigeria until the CPC designation is lifted.