The United States government has reacted to Nigeria’s terrorism prosecutions, describing the conviction of 386 suspects as a positive development.
President Donald Trump’s Senior Advisor on Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, made this known in a post on X, where he commended the outcome of the mass trial conducted in Abuja.
The trials, which lasted four days, were held at the Federal High Court in Abuja between Tuesday and Friday, involving suspects linked to Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
According to Boulos, the convictions reflect progress in strengthening accountability and ensuring justice in cases related to extremism.
He added that timely and transparent legal processes are essential for reinforcing public trust in judicial institutions and improving national security outcomes.
The mass trial forms part of ongoing terrorism-related cases that began in 2017, involving more than 2,000 defendants over time.
Boulos further noted that improving judicial efficiency and fairness remains key to sustaining stability and public safety in Nigeria.
The commendation comes amid recent diplomatic tensions following a U.S. travel advisory urging citizens to reconsider travel to Nigeria due to security concerns.
The advisory cited rising insecurity in parts of the country and also ordered the evacuation of non-essential personnel.
Meanwhile, Nigerian authorities have updated their terrorism financing list through the Nigerian Sanctions Committee, adding 48 individuals and groups.
The list includes 42 individuals and six organisations, including Boko Haram, ISWAP, and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
One of those named is Tukur Mamu, who is currently facing prosecution over terrorism financing allegations, which he denies.
Authorities say the measures are part of broader efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s counterterrorism and financial sanctions framework.
