By Sumaila Ogbaje
Abuja, May 6, 2026

Nigeria and the United States have inaugurated Defence Institutional Technical Working Groups (DITWGs) to strengthen security cooperation and address terrorism and regional instability.

This is contained in a statement by the Director of Defence Information, Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba, on Tuesday in Abuja.

Uba 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, Mr Cate Dave, said the initiative would support strategic planning and help deny terrorists safe havens.

He emphasised 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.

Edosa said the collaboration would focus on strengthening the warfighting capabilities of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and improving responsiveness to security challenges.

He added that the initiative would contribute to restoring 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.