Members of the United States House Appropriations Committee have proposed new legislation that would restrict financial assistance to Nigeria unless authorities take stronger action to curb escalating attacks in parts of the country.
The bill, which outlines spending priorities for US national security, the State Department and related programmes for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, introduces conditions that could delay or limit aid to Africa’s most populous nation.
According to the proposal, continued US funding would be contingent on measurable efforts by the Nigerian government to address persistent violence, including attacks blamed on armed groups in several regions.
While details of enforcement mechanisms remain under discussion, the move signals growing concern among US lawmakers over security challenges in Nigeria and the effectiveness of current responses.
If passed, the measure could reshape aspects of US–Nigeria relations, particularly in areas of security cooperation and development assistance, placing increased pressure on Government of Nigeria to demonstrate progress in stabilising affected communities.
The proposal is still subject to legislative approval and debate in Congress.
