The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has disclosed that its recent diplomatic disagreement with the United States has been largely resolved following sustained engagement between both countries.
Idris made this disclosure on Monday at a year-end news conference in Abuja where he stated that the diplomatic tension which followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s claims of mass killings of Christians in Nigeria where he threatened possible military intervention, had been addressed through dialogue.
According tote minister, Nigeria handled the situation with maturity and principle, leading to a stronger relationship with the United States.
“The recent diplomatic spat with the United States has been largely resolved through a firm, respectful engagement culminating in a strengthened partnership between America and Nigeria,” the minister said.
He highlighted a newly signed five-year Memorandum of Understanding valued at 5.1 billion dollars to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system as evidence of improved ties between the two countries.
Describing the deal as the largest co-investment by any country under the America First Global Health Strategy, NEWSMAXNG reports that under the agreement, the United States will provide 2.1 billion dollars in grant funding, while Nigeria will commit 3 billion dollars.
The minister revealed that the agreement would improve healthcare delivery, save lives, and attract additional investment into the country adding that Nigeria is increasingly asserting itself as a confident and strategic partner on the global stage, actively defending its national interests while fostering beneficial international partnerships.
Idris further noted that Nigeria’s newly appointed ambassadors would assume duty in their respective countries in 2026 after their clearance and confirmation by the National Assembly.
He expressed optimism that their deployment would further strengthen Nigeria’s bilateral relations and enhance the country’s international engagement.
