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2023 Presidential Election Results in Nigeria

Each of the top three candidates was the leading vote-getter in 12 states, a remarkable first in Nigeria’s modern political era

The United States congratulates the people of Nigeria, President-elect Tinubu, and all political leaders following the declaration by Nigeria’s Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on the results of the February 25 presidential election. This competitive election represents a new period for Nigerian politics and democracy.  Each of the top three…

U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Nigeria
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Joint-Statement from the Diplomatic Missions on the Upcoming General Elections in Nigeria 25 Feb, 2023

Law enforcement authorities should remain visibly neutral and respond in a proportionate manner to any election-related incidents

The Diplomatic Missions of the United States, Australia, Japan, Norway, Canada and the United Kingdom in Nigeria welcome the signing of the second Peace Accord by the candidate parties competing in the upcoming Presidential Election of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and fully commit to supporting all efforts that will…

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Nike-Davies Okundaye Welcomes United States (U.S.) Naval Forces Europe and Africa Band During Exercise Obangame Express 23

While visiting the Gallery, the Band performed an assortment of classical and traditional songs from their Maritime Winds Quintet and Topside Brass Band

Chief Dr. Nike Davies-Okundaye welcomed the U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa (NAVEUR-NAVAF) Band for a collaborative musical experience at the Nike Art Foundation in Lagos, Nigeria during exercise Obangame Expresss 23 (OE23), Jan. 29, 2023. While visiting the Gallery, the Band performed an assortment of classical and traditional songs…

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Digital Expert Academy Promotes United States - Nigeria Collaboration in Tech

The Digital Expert Academy will help bridge the gap between youth and employers by better connecting young people with the changing needs of the private sector

On Monday, United States Consul General Will Stevens joined representatives from leading American tech companies, Nigerian technology and business leaders for the official opening of the Digital Expert Academy in Lagos.  Founded by 21st Century Technologies, the Digital Expert Academy seeks to create opportunities to train and upskill young Nigerians…

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United States Commits $5 Million in Additional Humanitarian Assistance for Nigeria Flood Response Efforts

The unusually heavy rainfall and resulting flooding in mid-August affected more than 4.4 million people across the country

The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing $5 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support people affected by unprecedented flooding in Nigeria. Today’s announcement builds on USAID’s initial support of $1 million in life-saving aid provided following the devastating floods. The unusually heavy rainfall…

U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Nigeria
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Vice President Harris Announces New Investment in Young African Leaders Initiative

USAID will create the Young African Leaders Exchange, the first pan-African virtual platform that will enable the Diaspora and other key stakeholders to connect directly with nearly 28,000 YALI alumni

At the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C., Vice President Kamala Harris announced plans to work with Congress to fund an additional U.S. government investment of more than $100 million in the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). As part of this expansion and in collaboration with partners, USAID will create…

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IHS Towers Supports United States Agency for International Development's (USAID) HIV/AIDS Eradication Efforts in Kebbi State

Kebbi State is the second state in Nigeria to benefit from this partnership with IHS, which builds on a previous contribution in Bayelsa state

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) accepted a gift donation from IHS Towers, an international communications infrastructure company, to leverage efforts towards eradicating HIV and AIDS in Kebbi State. The donation of 75,300 HIV rapid test kits is part of USAID’s engagement of the private sector in Nigeria’s health…

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Lagos And United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Partner to Bolster Energy for Residents of the State

Access to a stable and sustainable energy supply is critical for the long-term, sustainable development of more than 15 million residents of Lagos State

On November 22, U.S. Consul General Will Stevens and the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu held a handover ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Lagos State Integrated Resource Plan to bolster the overall energy security for residents.  Access to a stable and sustainable energy supply is critical for the…

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United States (U.S.) Mission Celebrates 3D Documentation of Busanyin Shrine at Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove

U.S. Consul General Will Stevens explained that the 3D documentation of the Busanyin Shrine provides the most accurate record of the current conditions of the site to effectively plan a restoration project

The 3D documentation of the Busanyin Shrine, one of eight monuments within the Osun-Osogbo Grove, has now been completed. Supported through the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP), the project titled, “Digital Documentation, Training and Conservation Planning for National Heritage Busanyin Shrine within the Osun Osogbo Sacred Grove” was…

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The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (U.S. CDC) and Partners Chart a Course for Achieving and Sustaining Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Epidemic Control

US CDC Country Director Dr. Mary Boyd commended states and partners for their collaborative work in attaining quality care for every patient

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (US CDC) hosted federal and state ministries of health, Government of Nigeria health agency leadership, and HIV program implementing partners to review President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) program accomplishments from the last five years in US CDC-supported states and chart a way…