Donald Trump has stunned both Washington and Abuja by threatening a US military strike on Nigeria, describing it as “fast, vicious, and sweet.” This threat followed significant Republican election setbacks and has led experts to question his underlying motives. Nigeria, a key US partner in Africa, expressed shock and highlighted that its security issues are far more complicated than Trump’s comments imply. What started as a TV statement has now escalated into a diplomatic turmoil, raising alarms about how quickly emotional reactions can shape foreign policy.