Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has expressed surprise over a bill in the United States Congress that proposes sanctions against former Kano Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso.
He described the mention of Kwankwaso’s name in the legislation as unusual and said he wants to understand how it came about.
Ndume said the proposed sanctions, which include asset freezes and travel bans, seem misplaced.
He noted that the United States and other countries should focus on individuals responsible for violations rather than labeling Nigeria as a whole.
The senator added that most Nigerians are innocent and that attention should be on those who hold assets abroad without accountability.
The legislation, titled the “Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026,” was introduced by five US lawmakers.
It targets Kwankwaso, the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore for alleged religious freedom violations.
The move follows the US government’s redesignation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern over attacks on Christians.
Kwankwaso’s political movement, Kwankwasiyya, has rejected the bill, calling the inclusion of his name unjustified and politically driven.
Leaders of the New Nigeria Peoples Party also criticized the legislation, questioning why it singles out one individual in discussions about religion and security.
As of this report, Kwankwaso has not publicly responded to the US proposal.
On security issues, Ndume said he supports the deployment of US forces to Nigeria to help address rising insecurity, especially in the North-East.
He stressed that ordinary Nigerians would welcome assistance if it brings peace and protection.
While some have raised concerns about foreign military bases, the senator argued that restoring safety must take priority.
Ndume described the situation in parts of Nigeria as dire, saying external help is needed to prevent further escalation of violence.
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