The United States has delivered military supplies to Nigerian security agencies to strengthen security operations in several parts of the country.

The delivery was disclosed in a post on X on Tuesday by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM).

“U.S. forces delivered critical military supplies to our Nigerian partners in Abuja. This delivery supports Nigeria’s ongoing operations and emphasises our shared security partnership,” the post read.

The Federal Government has previously stated that the US government reaffirmed its readiness to deepen security cooperation with Nigeria, including the provision of enhanced intelligence support, defence equipment, and other articles to reinforce ongoing operations against terrorists and violent extremist groups.

Last November, the Federal Government dispatched a high-level delegation to Washington to strengthen security partnerships between the two countries and explore new avenues for cooperation.

The delegation was led by the National Security Adviser, Mr. Nuhu Ribadu, and held meetings with senior officials across the US Congress, the White House Faith Office, the State Department, the National Security Council, and the Department of Defense.

Other members of the delegation included the Attorney General of the Federation, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi; the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede; the Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lt. Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye; the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun; and two representatives of the Office of the National Security Adviser.

During the engagements, the Nigerian delegation refuted allegations of genocide in the country, stressing that violent attacks affect families and communities across religious and ethnic lines. It also rejected what it described as a wrongful framing of the situation, warning that such portrayals could deepen divisions and distort realities on the ground.

“The discussions provided ample opportunity to correct misconceptions about Nigeria, forged a constructive, solution-driven partnership with the United States, reinforced mutual trust, and advanced a coordinated approach to protecting vulnerable communities, especially in the Middle Belt,” the presidential spokesman, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement.

According to Mr. Onanuga, both countries agreed to implement a non-binding cooperation framework and establish a Joint Working Group to ensure a unified and coordinated approach to the agreed areas of cooperation.

He added that the Nigerian delegation reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening civilian protection measures.

“The Federal Government restates its awareness of heightened sensitivities regarding religious freedom and security, and urges citizens to remain assured that firm, urgent, and coordinated steps are being taken to secure the nation.

“The United States also expressed its willingness to extend complementary support, including humanitarian assistance to affected populations in the Middle Belt and technical support to strengthen early-warning mechanisms,” Mr. Onanuga said.