Nigeria, U.S. inaugurate defence working groups

Nigeria and the United States have inaugurated Defence Institutional Technical Working Groups to strengthen security cooperation and address terrorism and regional instability.
This was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday.
It said the inauguration, held under the 2026 Defence Cooperation Roadmap, was aimed at enhancing institutional capacity and improving joint efforts to tackle evolving security challenges.
The head of the U.S. delegation, Cate Dave, said the initiative would support strategic planning and help deny terrorists safe havens.
He restated the importance of institutional development in achieving effective counterterrorism outcomes.
On his part, the leader of the Nigerian delegation, AVM Francis Edosa, described the partnership as critical to addressing security threats in Nigeria and the wider region.
Mr Edosa said the collaboration would focus on strengthening the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s warfighting capabilities and improving its responsiveness to security challenges.
He added that the initiative would help restore lasting peace and stability across the country.
Both sides underscored the need for practical outcomes, accountability and sustained collaboration to enhance security and regional stability.
(NAN)
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