Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, holds talks in Abuja with a high-level United States delegation focused on strengthening bilateral security cooperation amid Nigeria’s worsening security situation. Multiple outlets report that the delegation is led by Frank Garcia, the newly confirmed U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, and that the meeting takes place on Tuesday. The discussions include reviewing progress under the Nigeria–US Joint Working Group and examining ways to deepen existing partnerships to respond to current threats.
Sources say the agenda centres on counterterrorism and other transnational crimes, while also addressing Nigeria’s broader security challenges such as banditry, insurgency, kidnapping, and communal conflicts across different regions. Both sides reportedly reaffirm their commitment to continued dialogue and to practical cooperation measures, including intelligence sharing and improved coordination between relevant agencies.
Officials described the meeting as productive, emphasizing mutual priorities and ongoing collaboration. The visit is described as Garcia’s first official trip to Nigeria since he assumed the position earlier in 2026.
