The Commander of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Michael Langley, visited Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, where he met with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, to discuss ongoing efforts to combat insecurity in Nigeria and the West African subregion.

Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Director of Defence Information, confirmed the visit and noted that Langley was accompanied by the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard Mills.

General Langley praised Nigeria’s approach to tackling insecurity and acknowledged the nation’s leadership role in maintaining stability in the region.

He also congratulated General Musa on his recent appointment as Chairman of the ECOWAS Committee of Defence Chiefs.

General Musa expressed gratitude for AFRICOM’s support and stated Nigeria’s commitment to collaborating with neighboring countries to counter terrorism and organized crime.

He also appealed for enhanced U.S. cooperation, particularly in training, intelligence sharing, and streamlined access to critical defense equipment.

US AFRICOM Commander Langley visits Nigeria, discusses security collaboration