The United States has provided vital military equipment to Nigeria to assist in its continuing security efforts.
This information was revealed by the United States’ AFRICOM in a statement shared on its official X (previously known as Twitter) account on Tuesday, mentioning that the equipment was delivered to Nigerian officials in Abuja.
The command noted that the shipment highlights the United States’ ongoing dedication to fortifying its security collaboration with Nigeria.
“U.S. troops delivered vital military resources to our Nigerian allies in Abuja.
This provision aids Nigeria’s current operations and underscores our mutual security alliance,” AFRICOM commented, tagging the United States Mission in Nigeria, @USinNigeria.
This latest assistance is coming at a time when Nigeria is seeking to improve its capabilities in tackling security issues nationwide.
In November 2025, the presidency under Bola Tinubu had urged the United States to deploy military forces to assist Nigeria in combating terrorism in several states.
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The president’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, expressed this request while discussing the United States’ designation of Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern.”
Following the plea on December 25, 2025, an airstrike was executed in coordination with the Nigerian military.
The federal government confirmed the ongoing collaboration in security and intelligence with the United States after the operation, which targeted terrorist groups in the North West region of the country.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that Nigerian officials continue to participate in “organized security collaboration with international partners, including the United States of America,” to combat terrorism and violent extremism.
This partnership includes sharing intelligence, strategic coordination, and various forms of support while adhering to international law, honoring Nigeria’s sovereignty, and upholding mutual security obligations.
