The United States Mission to Nigeria has announced an investigation into the utilization of past aid allocated to Nigeria and other countries.
This development follows US President Donald Trump’s decision on January 20, 2025, to suspend all foreign aid for 90 days, citing concerns about global destabilization and misalignment with American interests. The move is in response to growing calls for a comprehensive review of US Agency for International Development (USAID) health funds.
In a statement posted on its verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Tuesday, the US Mission to Nigeria confirmed that monitoring and evaluation systems are in place to track past assistance provided by the US government.
“Comprehensive monitoring and evaluation systems are in place to help verify that U.S. assistance reaches intended recipients,” the mission stated.
The US Mission also condemned the ongoing violence in Nigeria, particularly attacks by Boko Haram and other terrorist groups.
“The United States condemns the violence and blatant disregard for human life perpetrated by Boko Haram and other terrorist groups in Nigeria and the region,” it declared.
The statement further recalled Boko Haram’s official designation as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the US Secretary of State on November 14, 2013 — a move intended to block the group’s assets, restrict fundraising efforts, prosecute members, and prevent their entry into the United States.
The US government reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with Nigeria and other regional allies to combat terrorism and enhance security in West Africa.
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