U.S. Delivers Military Equipment to Nigeria's Air Force
A United States Air Force C-17 Globemaster III has delivered military equipment to the Nigerian Air Force in Lagos and Kainji. This delivery is part of an ongoing Foreign Military Sales agreement between the United States and Nigeria, confirmed by U.S.
Africa Command (AFRICOM). The equipment is intended to support Nigerian-led efforts to counter terrorism in the region and reflects the defense partnership between the two countries.
AFRICOM described the delivery as “partnership in action,” emphasizing the continued security cooperation, which includes training, intelligence sharing, and capacity-building activities to strengthen Nigerian security forces. The U.S. military support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria is provided at Nigeria’s invitation and respects Nigerian sovereignty.
This equipment delivery underscores the ongoing defense relationship between Nigeria and the United States as both nations collaborate to address terrorism and other security challenges in the region.
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