The United States Government has delivered a consignment of military supplies to Nigeria to support the country’s ongoing counter-insurgency operations and efforts to strengthen national security.

The supplies, which were handed over to Nigerian security authorities in Abuja on Tuesday, form part of continued defence cooperation between both countries aimed at enhancing the operational capacity of the Nigerian Armed Forces in combating terrorism, banditry and other forms of violent extremism.

Speaking at the handover ceremony, the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Richard Mills Jr., said the support underscored Washington’s commitment to assisting Nigeria in addressing its security challenges through capacity building, training and the provision of critical equipment.

According to him, the military items include logistics equipment, protective gear and specialised tools designed to improve troop mobility, intelligence gathering and force protection during operations in conflict-prone areas.

Mills noted that the United States remained a strong partner of Nigeria in the fight against insurgency, particularly in the North-East, where terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have continued to threaten lives and livelihoods.

He emphasised that the support was provided in line with international laws and human rights standards, adding that the U.S. would continue to engage Nigerian security agencies on best practices to ensure the protection of civilians during military operations.

Receiving the equipment on behalf of the Federal Government, the Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru, expressed appreciation to the U.S. Government for its sustained support to Nigeria’s security sector.

Badaru said the delivery would significantly boost the operational effectiveness of the Armed Forces and enhance ongoing counter-insurgency efforts across the country.

He reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to deepening bilateral defence relations with the United States and other international partners to address emerging security threats.

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, also commended the gesture, noting that modern equipment and logistics support were critical to winning the fight against insurgency and restoring peace to affected communities.

Nigeria has continued to collaborate with foreign partners, including the United States, in intelligence sharing, training and equipment support as part of a broader strategy to end terrorism and ensure national stability.