The Honourable Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, today, Thursday, 07 August 2025, received the United States Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mr. Richard M. Mills, Jr., at the Ministry of Defence, Ship House, Abuja.<\/p>\n
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The courtesy visit reflects the shared resolve of both nations to deepen diplomatic and military cooperation in pursuit of regional peace and global security. In a warm and forward-looking exchange, both leaders reaffirmed their countries’ longstanding partnership, grounded in mutual respect, strategic alignment, and a joint commitment to combating emerging threats.<\/p>\n
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This was contained in a press statement issued by Personal Assistant to the iniste on Media and Publicoty t Comrade Mati Ali and made available to newsmen.<\/p>\n
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The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration in counterterrorism, defence procurement, intelligence sharing, and military training.<\/p>\n
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The Honourable Minister commended the continued support of the United States, particularly in building the capacity of Nigeria\u2019s Armed Forces.<\/p>\n
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Both sides acknowledged the growing complexity of security challenges in the West African subregion and expressed readiness to pursue practical, coordinated responses through existing bilateral frameworks and upcoming high-level technical consultations.<\/p>\n
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The engagement also aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu\u2019s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises robust international partnerships to reinforce Nigeria\u2019s national defence posture and regional leadership.<\/p>\n
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As both nations look to the future, this meeting symbolises a renewed chapter in the Nigeria\u2013United States relationship built not just on strategy, but on shared values, confidence, and the pursuit of lasting peace and stability for all.<\/p>\n
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The meeting came amidst growing concerns and condemnation on the ongoing genocide against Palestine civilians perpetrated by Israeli Army in Gaza in , while America regards as one with major influence to stop the atrocities.<\/p>\n
By: Muhammad Zangina Kura<\/p>\n
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At’tajdid News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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