As Nigeria’s security crisis deepens, the United States under Trump has issued a Level 3 travel advisory, warning of terrorism, kidnapping and civil unrest, while also withdrawing non-essential embassy staff. But as Washington steps back, Russia is moving in. A high-level delegation in Abuja is offering expanded cooperation in trade, education and energy, including fully funded scholarships and nuclear talks with Rosatom. Nigeria is now balancing security ties with the U.S. and economic engagement with Russia. Analysts say this reflects a broader shift, as African powers navigate a more transactional, multipolar global order with competing influences.

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