Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025

# Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025 (S 2747) **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would establish accountability measures related to religious freedom in Nigeria. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically address concerns about religious persecution or discrimination in Nigeria and may include provisions for sanctions, monitoring, or diplomatic pressure on Nigerian officials or entities involved in religious freedom violations. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect U.S.-Nigeria relations and potentially impact Nigerian government officials or entities. It could also affect religious minorities in Nigeria who face persecution, as well as U.S.

foreign policy toward the country. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. To become law, it would need to pass out of committee, be approved by the Senate, pass the House, and be signed by the President. *Note: Complete legislative details were not available; for full provisions and current updates, consult Congress.gov.*.