The Global Coalition for Security and Democracy in Nigeria has called on U.S. President Donald Trump to take urgent military and diplomatic action against terrorist groups operating in Nigeria, alleging a “Christian genocide.”

In an open letter signed by its Global Coordinator, Comrade Frederick Odorige, the coalition—made up of Nigerians in the diaspora—praised the U.S. for designating Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern and for its stance against terrorism. It also accused the Nigerian government of using “propaganda” to downplay the rising insecurity, insisting that Christians remain the primary victims of attacks.

The letter, also sent to Brian Mast, Chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Majority, urged the U.S. to move quickly to “exterminate terrorists and sanction their sponsors,” warning that any delay could worsen the crisis.

“There is clearly a genocide against Christians in Nigeria,” the group said. “Your declaration to confront the terrorists is an answer to the prayers of millions of our people.”

Meanwhile, fresh violence struck Eruku town in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State on Tuesday, where terrorists attacked a Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) branch, killing three worshippers and abducting several others, including the pastor. Witnesses said the gunmen opened fire during a church meeting, causing panic as members fled for safety.