Nigeria and US Strengthen Security and Counterterrorism Partnership
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- •Babagana Ribadu held meetings with US Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio on May 9 and 10, 2026.
- •The talks focused on enhancing joint efforts against insurgent groups in West Africa.
- •Both countries agreed to deepen their strategic partnership to improve regional stability.
- •The meetings took place in Washington DC, highlighting the high-level nature of the cooperation.
- •The expanded cooperation includes counterterrorism measures and broader security initiatives.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Nigeria and the US implement joint counterterrorism operations effectively insurgent groups in West Africa could face increased pressure, potentially reducing violence and improving regional security.
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AFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Ribadu meets VP Vance, Rubio as Nigeria, US expand counterterrorism cooperationAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Ribadu meets VP Vance, Rubio as Nigeria, US expand counterterrorism cooperationAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Ribadu in High-level Meetings With Vance, Rubio as Nigeria, US Deepen Security CooperationAFRICAAllAfrica - Top