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Nigeria
Abuja's budgetary issues stall arms purchases from US and China

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Nigerian Air Force helicopters during celebrations in Lagos, on 23 May 2025.
Nigerian Air Force helicopters during celebrations in Lagos, on 23 May 2025. © Sodiq Adelakun/Reuters

After signing several major contracts with American and Chinese suppliers to equip the armed forces, the Nigerian government is falling behind on payments, risking major delivery delays and leaving troops exposed.

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