A visiting United States Congressional delegation has disclosed outcomes of its high-level discussions with Nigerian government officials on the country’s security challenges.
The delegation, which arrived in Nigeria on Sunday, was received by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. The visit comes as both nations deepen diplomatic engagement amid growing concerns in Washington over alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
In a statement on Monday, Riley Moore, the Congressman representing West Virginia’s Second District and a member of the delegation, described the meeting as “productive and positive.”
Moore said the talks focused on concrete actions that, if fully implemented, would strengthen security nationwide. He noted that the Nigerian government showed openness and willingness to collaborate with the US, but stressed that such openness “must translate into concrete action.”
He also thanked President Bola Tinubu’s administration for “rescuing the 100 innocent and precious Catholic school children,” adding that their release reflects an improved government response to insecurity and aligns with measures under the president’s emergency security declaration.
Moore said the US delegation’s concerns were received with urgency and highlighted the newly formed Nigeria–US joint task force as a promising step toward enhanced cooperation.
“There is still much work ahead, but progress is being made,” he stated, expressing optimism about continued dialogue and collaboration between both countries.
“Peace be with you all. God bless the great people of Nigeria,” he concluded.
