Nigeria and the African Union (AU) Commission have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in the fight against terrorism and other violent extremism across the continent.
The agreement was signed on September 8, 2025 by Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, and Major General Adamu Garba Laka, National Coordinator, National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).
The MoU provides a framework to enhance cooperation and coordination between the AU and Nigeria on counterterrorism initiatives.
Adeoye said the partnership underscored the commitment of both parties to addressing the growing threat of terrorism through coordinated strategies, capacity building and information sharing.
The areas of collaboration include real-time information sharing, deployment of NCTC experts to the African Union Counter-Terrorism Centre (AUCTC), joint research, as well as support for victim recovery, deradicalisation and reintegration.
A Joint Working Group is to be established to monitor progress and oversee the implementation of the MoU.
The agreement reflects the shared commitment of Nigeria and the African Union to promote peace and security across Africa.
Written with reports from Zagazola Makama
