Latest data highlights scale of US foreign assistance to Nigeria’s economy and development
The United States disbursed approximately $1.3 billion in foreign aid to Nigeria over a two-year period, according to recent reports on bilateral assistance flows. The funding supports sectors including health, security, and economic development.
Available data shows Nigeria remains one of the top recipients of US aid in Africa, with about $930 million allocated in 2024 and additional funding recorded in 2025.
US assistance to Nigeria is typically delivered through agencies such as USAID and the State Department, focusing on humanitarian support, governance, and stability programmes.
The latest figures reinforce Nigeria’s strategic importance in US foreign aid priorities as development and security needs persist.