The United States (U.S.) has delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral security cooperation between both countries.
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), which is responsible for US military operations on the continent, said in a post on X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, that the supplies were handed over to Nigerian partners in Abuja.
According to AFRICOM: “U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. This delivery supports Nigeria’s ongoing operations and emphasizes our shared security partnership.@USinNigeria.”
However, AFRICOM was silent on the specific nature or quantity of the military equipment delivered.
The latest development highlights the sustained security cooperation between both countries as Nigeria continues to confront terrorism, banditry, and violent extremism across several parts of the country.
The support follows Nigeria’s renewed appeal to the United States in November 2025 for deeper military assistance in combating terrorism. The request was made by the presidency under President Bola Tinubu after the United States designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern.”
Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the appeal while addressing the designation, stressing the need for enhanced collaboration to tackle persistent security challenges.
Subsequently, on December 25, 2025, a joint airstrike operation was carried out in collaboration with Nigerian authorities, targeting terrorist positions in parts of the North-West region.
The Federal Government later confirmed that security and intelligence cooperation with the United States remained ongoing following the operation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also disclosed that Nigeria is engaged in structured security collaboration with international partners, including the United States, to combat terrorism and violent extremism.
According to the ministry, the cooperation includes intelligence sharing, strategic coordination, and other forms of support, conducted in line with international law, respect for Nigeria’s sovereignty, and shared security commitments.
Reacting to the joint operation, United States Congressman Riley Moore described the airstrikes as “a decisive move to protect Christian communities and confront the country’s ongoing security crisis.”
The strikes came amid a diplomatic disagreement following allegations of persecution and violence against Christians in Nigeria.
US President Donald Trump had previously described the situation as “genocide,” an assertion that was strongly rejected by the Nigerian government.
Written with additional reports from PRNigeria