The United States and Nigeria are intensifying their collaboration to tackle cybercrime and promote digital prosperity.
This was made known on Wednesday by the office of the spokesperson in a media note captioned “U.S.-Nigeria Bilateral Liaison Group on Illicit Finance and Cryptocurrencies”
The partnership aims to enhance Nigeria’s capacity to investigate and prosecute financial crimes involving digital assets and cryptocurrencies.
The US Department of Justice is leading the effort to build Nigeria’s capacity in cybercrime prosecution.
This move is part of the US government’s broader strategy to combat digital harms globally.
A key component of the partnership is the launch of a Bilateral Liaison Group on Illicit Finance and Cryptocurrencies.
This joint initiative will facilitate information sharing and coordination between the two nations.
The partnership underscores the US commitment to fostering economic prosperity through secure digital technologies.
By working together, the US and Nigeria aim to create a safer digital environment.
This development comes as cybercrime and digital financial crimes continue to rise globally.
The US-Nigeria partnership serves as a model for international cooperation in addressing these pressing challenges.
The collaboration is expected to yield positive outcomes, bolstering Nigeria’s defenses against cyber threats and promoting economic growth.
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, strategic partnerships like this will play a critical role in ensuring global cybersecurity.
The media note reads “The United States works with partners across the globe to promote cyberspace and digital technologies that advance economic prosperity while countering and responding to malicious cyber operations, cybercrime, and other digital harms.
” The United States reaffirms our commitment to a close partnership with Nigeria, and the U.S. Department of Justice is continuing its coordination with the Government of Nigeria to build its capacity to pursue cybercrime investigations and prosecutions.
“To accelerate that cooperation, the United States and Nigeria are launching a Bilateral Liaison Group on Illicit Finance and Cryptocurrencies.”
