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American Soybean Association Expands Partnership to Strengthen United States (U.S.)-Nigeria Commercial Ties in Aquaculture

With bilateral agricultural trade reaching $429 million in 2024 and on track to more than double this figure in 2025, the United States values Nigeria as a key agricultural trade partner

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria joined the American Soybean Association’s World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (ASA WISHH) and SejFarms Consult Limited (SejFarms) at the graduation ceremony for the Next Gen Leaders for Aquaculture Innovation Program.  Through this initiative, 10 young Nigerian leaders in the aquaculture industry, selected through a competitive process, gained…

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United States (U.S.) Consulate Launches 29th American Space in Nigeria, Deepens People-to-People Ties

The Ogun Tech Hub Window on America offers a vibrant, American-themed environment where young Nigerians can explore ideas, build leadership capacity, and sharpen their entrepreneurial and tech skills through interactive programs and workshops

On Thursday, Acting U.S. Consul General JoEllen Gorg joined Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun to officially open the Ogun Tech Hub Window on America, the 29th American Space in Nigeria. This new center—the second in Abeokuta—was established through a partnership between the U.S. Consulate General, Ogun State Government, and GFA Technologies, a…

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United States (U.S.) Government Supports Regional Emergency Management Strengthening

The Public Health Emergency Management Professional Certification Program is part of the U.S. Government’s support for global health Security in Nigeria and globally

Today the first cohort of the Regional Public Health Emergency Management Training graduated in Abuja.  The intermediate level training was hosted by the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Seventeen public health emergency operations center staff…

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Business Working Groups of the United States-Nigeria Commercial and Investment Partnership Deepen Commercial Cooperation and Expand Opportunities for Mutual Prosperity

The working groups – comprised of U.S. and Nigerian private sector participants – began their work by nominating group leads and identifying non-tariff barriers to trade and investment

Senior representatives of the United States and Nigerian governments, along with business leaders from both countries’ private sectors, convened in Abuja to officially launch the working group meetings of the United States–Nigeria Commercial and Investment Partnership (CIP). This landmark Partnership, established under a five-year Memorandum of Understanding signed  in July 2024 by…

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United States (U.S.) Condemns Boko Haram; Continues Aid Monitoring and Evaluation Systems

The United States continues to work with Nigeria and regional partners to counter terrorism

Comprehensive monitoring and evaluation systems are in place to help verify that U.S. assistance reaches intended recipients.  The United States condemns the violence and blatant disregard for human life perpetrated by Boko Haram and other terrorist groups in Nigeria and the region.  The Secretary of State designated Boko Haram a…

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United States (U.S.) Donates New Office Space to National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Boosts Nigeria’s Counter Narcotics Efforts

Through training in intelligence, evidence collection, management, and tactical skills, including equipment donation, the U.S. Mission continues to deepen its cooperation with the NDLEA

The United States Government, through the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), has donated an office space to the Nigerian National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Lagos. Acting U.S. Consul General JoEllen Gorg formally handed over the keys to the new office space to…

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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Goodwill Ambassador Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha Announces New Nutrition-Themed Film, Beta Food, Beta Life

This nutrition-themed film will encourage families across Nigeria to embrace healthier dietary habits and support efforts to improve maternal and child nutrition, addressing one of the country’s most pressing public health challenges

At a private screening of her latest film, held at the EbonyLife Cinema in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nollywood icon and USAID Goodwill Ambassador for Nutrition, Chioma Chukwuka Akpotha, announced her next project: Beta Food, Beta Life. This nutrition-themed film will encourage families across Nigeria to embrace healthier dietary habits and support…

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Nigeria Ranks 7th Globally for International Students in the United States

More than 20,000 Nigerian Students Enrolled in 2023/2024, Up 13.5 Percent from Previous Year

Nigerian student enrollment at U.S. colleges and universities rose to 20,029 students in 2023/2024, marking a 13.5 percent increase from the previous year, according to the 2024 Open Doors Report on International Education Exchange.  This places Nigeria as Africa’s leading source of international students and 7th globally. The report reveals…

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United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Announces $2.3 Million Commitment to Procure Life-Saving Malaria Tablets from Swiss Pharma

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), fewer than 10% of medicines manufactured in sub-Saharan Africa meet global standards, limiting local companies’ ability to supply essential drugs and meet healthcare needs

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has committed $2.3 million to procure 4.8 million doses of life-saving malaria tablets from Swiss Pharma (Swipha) in a landmark partnership that will expand access to essential medicines in Nigeria and West Africa. This procurement, to be facilitated through the U.S. Government’s President’s…

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Ambassador Mills Honors Three Legendary Nigerian Artists, Celebrates 50 Years of Artistic Collaboration between the United States (U.S.) and Nigeria

Ambassador Mills noted that the U.S. government is committed to supporting programs and initiatives that nurture cultural exchange, promote artistic expression, preserve cultural heritage, and strengthen the capacity of Nigerian artists

In commemoration of 50 years of artistic collaborations between the United States and Nigeria, the U.S. Mission honored three legendary Nigerian artists — Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye, Chief Jimoh Buraimoh, and Prof. Bruce Onobrakpeya — with the U.S. Exchange Alumni Lifetime Achievement Award. The award recognized the three iconic artists, who…