Deputy Secretary Landau and Foreign Minister Tuggar discussed several key areas of mutual interest, including strengthening commercial ties, enhancing security, and deepening the bilateral relationship,” the spokesperson for the Deputy Secretary, Tammy Bruce, said in a statement

By Titilope Adako

The United States has imposed a 14 per cent tariff on Nigerian exports, citing trade imbalances, even as both countries reaffirmed commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.

US Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau, disclosed this during a phone call with Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, on Friday.

“Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau spoke today with Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar. The call highlighted the United States’ commitment to a strong and enduring partnership with Nigeria.

“Deputy Secretary Landau and Foreign Minister Tuggar discussed several key areas of mutual interest, including strengthening commercial ties, enhancing security, and deepening the bilateral relationship,” the spokesperson for the Deputy Secretary, Tammy Bruce, said in a statement.

This diplomatic engagement came shortly after President Donald Trump announced the new tariff at a “Make America Wealthy Again” event in the Rose Garden on Wednesday.

The US government cited an ongoing trade imbalance, pointing out that Nigeria imposes a 27 per cent tariff on US exports, which it claimed has been disadvantageous to American businesses.

In response, the US decided to impose a new tariff on Nigerian exports, arguing that it is necessary to address the imbalance.

In his remarks, President Trump framed the tariff as a key part of a larger initiative aimed at protecting American industries.

He emphasised the need for foreign nations to follow what he described as “fair” trade practices.

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