US Delivers Critical Military Supplies to Nigeria to Boost Counter-Terrorism Efforts

Abuja, January 13, 2026

The United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) says U.S. forces have delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria in support of ongoing counter-terrorism operations across affected regions of the country.

In a post shared on Tuesday via its official X handle, @USAfricaCommand, the command confirmed that the delivery took place in Abuja. The post, which included a photograph of the consignment, also tagged the U.S. Embassy in Nigeria, underscoring continued cooperation between both nations.

According to USAFRICOM, the delivery emphasizes the strong security partnership between the United States and Nigeria, particularly in efforts aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s capacity to combat terrorism and enhance regional stability.

The command did not disclose details regarding the specific types or quantities of military hardware and logistics delivered.
As of the time of filing this report, the Federal Government of Nigeria has not yet issued an official statement on the supply of the military equipment or its planned deployment.