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US: We Are Committed to Working With Nigeria to Combat Terrorism, Violent Extremism

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  • The U.S. reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with Nigeria to combat terrorism and violent extremism.
  • This collaboration aims to ensure Nigerians can live and worship freely without fear.
  • The U.S. noted Nigeria's efforts in prosecuting suspects and expanding police training, while stressing the need for sustained action, especially for internally displaced persons (IDPs).

The United States has reiterated its dedication to collaborating with Nigeria in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism, aiming to foster an environment where all Nigerians can live and worship without fear of persecution. This commitment was highlighted amidst escalating global tensions, including separate threats from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Pleased to see @UnderSecStateP Allison Hooker meeting with our Nigerian counterparts to advance efforts to protect vulnerable Christian communities.

— Massad BoulosU.S. Senior Adviser for Arab and African Affairs, commenting on engagement with Nigerian officials.

U.S. Senior Adviser for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, shared updates on engagements focused on protecting vulnerable Christian communities in Nigeria. He noted Nigeria's progress in prosecuting hundreds of Boko Haram and Islamic State-West Africa suspects, enhancing judicial capacity, and recruiting an additional 50,000 police officers. However, Boulos emphasized that sustained action is crucial, particularly in addressing the humanitarian consequences of terrorism and supporting internally displaced persons (IDPs).

But we all know more work lies ahead, particularly with supporting IDPs.

— OfficialHighlighting the ongoing need for humanitarian support in Nigeria.

The reaffirmation of commitment follows high-level engagements between Nigerian and U.S. officials, including the second session of the United States-Nigeria Joint Working Group (JWG) in Washington. This meeting, co-chaired by Nigerian National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and U.S. Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker, focused on protecting Christian communities, strengthening accountability institutions, and deepening military cooperation. The discussions also covered Nigeria's efforts in resettling IDPs, counter-terrorism prosecutions, and broader security sector reforms.

The United States remains committed to working with Nigeria to combat terrorism and violent extremism and to ensure all Nigerians can live and worship freely, without fear of persecution or violence.

— Massad BoulosReaffirming the U.S. commitment to Nigeria's security and religious freedom.
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