House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Nigeria
27 November 2025 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Proposed by Chris Elmore Lab Bridgend
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At a glance
Key points
- The UK government is working closely with Nigeria to enhance security and defence cooperation.
- The Multi-Agency Kidnap Fusion Cell is a key initiative in this partnership.
- The UK also supports education funding to improve school safety in Nigeria.
Issue summary
The statement addresses recent abductions from schools and churches in Nigeria and updates on UK-Nigeria security cooperation.
Action requested
The UK government continues to work closely with Nigeria to strengthen the Security and Defence Partnership, including through initiatives like the Multi-Agency Kidnap Fusion Cell (MAKFC) and education funding for school safety improvements.
Key facts
- Nigeria has faced a series of abductions from schools and churches, including the attack on St Mary’s Catholic School in Niger State.
- The UK-Nigeria Strategic Partnership was signed in November 2024 to enhance security and prosperity cooperation.
- A Safe School Rapid Response Coordination Centre was launched in Jigawa State with UK support in March 2025.
- The Multi-Agency Kidnap Fusion Cell (MAKFC) brings together Nigerian police, military, and justice agencies.
- The “Strengthening Peace and Resilience in Nigeria” programme addresses intercommunal conflict roots.
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