United States and Nigeria Sign Historic Agreement to Protect Nigerian Cultural Heritage
On January 20, the United States and Nigeria signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding that launches a Cultural Property Agreement between both nations. Ambassador Mary…
Ambassador Leonard’s Remarks at Signing Event for the U.S. — Nigeria Cultural Property Agreement
as prepared for delivery Minister Mohammed, distinguished guests, it is with great pride and pleasure we celebrate today the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding…
U.S. Unveils Biotech Training For Nigerian Scientists, Regulators
Lagos — The U.S. Mission in Nigeria is committed to supporting agricultural innovations that improve nutrition and food security in Nigeria. The Foreign Agricultural Service of…
U.S. Mission Nigeria Welcomes Latest Arrival of COVID-19 Vaccines
Today, Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard visited the National Strategic Warehouse to welcome the latest delivery of U.S.-government donated COVID-19 vaccines. She discussed COVID-19 vaccine storage…
U.S. Consulate, Morehouse College Hold Music Masterclasses, Choral Performances For Over 1000 Youths,...
Lagos—The United States Government is committed to strengthening its bilateral ties with Nigeria through music, arts and film which brings diverse people together and creates…
Notice of Funding Opportunity: 2022 Julia Taft Refugee Fund
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. Mission Nigeria Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: FY 2022 Julia Taft Refugee Fund Funding Opportunity Number: NGA-POLECON-GR-22-001-010522 Deadline for Applications:…
U.S. Consulate Awards $1.02m to Nigerian Civic Organizations, Expands U.S.-Nigeria Bilateral Ties in...
Lagos—The United States is a steadfast partner of Nigeria, working together to improve health, security, economic growth, human rights, democracy, and education throughout the country. From January 2021, the…
An Unforgettable 2021 – Op-ed by Ambassador Mary Beth Leonard
As we prepare to transition to 2022, we are grateful for the friendships, strengthened partnerships, and progress accomplished toward U.S. and Nigerian goals this past year. On…
Data is crucial in accelerating Nigeria towards HIV epidemic control – U.S. Ambassador
The U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Mary Beth Leonard, described data repository programs such as the U.S.-supported National Data Repository (NDR) platform as a crucial component…
U.S. Supports Media Literacy Project to Build Capacity of 170 Radio Journalists, 1000 Youths
Lagos––The United States Government is committed to supporting initiatives that promote and improve media literacy. With support of the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, the…
Security Alert – U.S. Mission Nigeria – Increased crime and violence during holiday season
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos remind U.S. citizens to exercise caution while traveling and residing in Nigeria. Crime is endemic…
Ambassador Leonard’s Remarks for the Nigeria Tech Summit
Good morning honorable government representatives, innovators and entrepreneurs, and friends in the media. I am so pleased to welcome all of you to the 2021…
U.S. Announces Two Opportunities for Nigerian Agribusiness to Attend Gulfood Show and Agribusiness Trade...
Lagos ––As part of efforts to support the food industry and agribusiness value chain in Nigeria, the Foreign Agricultural Service of the U.S. Mission in…
Acting DCM Remarks at the Freedom of Information Act at 10 Dialogue
Our Public Affairs Section is pleased to partner with ICIR in order to deepen the discussion regarding the importance of the freedom of information act…
Nigeria Launches the National HIV Clinical Mentorship Program
The Honourable Minister of State for Health, Dr. Adeleke Mamora, described establishing the National HIV Clinical Mentorship Program (NCMP) as a significant landmark achievement for…
USAID Donates $3.3 Million in ‘New Tools’ to Nigeria’s National Tuberculosis Program
Abuja — On November 29, 2021, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) donated $3.3 million in commodities to the Nigeria Federal Ministry of Health’s…
U.S. Fulbright Experts in Oncology Share New Clinical Approaches to Patient Care
Lagos–– Over the past two weeks, the U.S. Embassy helped connect oncology specialists from the United States and Nigeria to help strengthen the capacity of cancer…
USAID Signs MOU With Lagos State to Improve Management of Water and Sanitation Services
Lagos — On December 8, 2021, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Lagos State Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to…
