Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, on Sunday held talks with a visiting United States Congressional delegation in Abuja, reaffirming the Federal Government’s determination to reinforce the long-standing security partnership between both countries.
The meeting, which Ribadu described as a follow-up to earlier engagements in Washington, D.C., centred on shared priorities aimed at improving regional stability and strengthening collaboration on counter-terrorism efforts.
In a message shared on his official X handle, the NSA explained that the visit by the U.S. lawmakers demonstrated the importance both nations place on deepening security cooperation at a time when global and regional threats continue to evolve.
According to him, the American delegation comprised Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart, Rep. Norma Torres, Rep. Scott Franklin, Rep. Juan Ciscomani and Rep. Riley Moore, accompanied by the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Richard Mills.
Ribadu noted that discussions during the meeting focused on enhancing intelligence sharing, countering violent extremism, improving defence capabilities, and addressing emerging security concerns across West Africa.
He expressed optimism that the engagement would usher in a new phase of partnership.
“I am confident that today’s interaction will build stronger trust and accelerate joint efforts toward ensuring peace and security within Nigeria and the broader region,” he said.
The visit is part of a wider diplomatic outreach between Abuja and Washington designed to expand cooperation in areas such as counter-terrorism, defence modernisation, and regional crisis response.
