The Federal Government has hired a United States-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, in a $9 million contract to help communicate its efforts at protecting Christian communities in Nigeria to the US government. The contract was executed through Aster Legal, a Kaduna-based law firm, on behalf of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. Documents filed with …
FG Hires US Lobbying Firm for $9M to Promote Christian Protection Efforts
The Federal Government has hired a United States-based lobbying firm, DCI Group, in a $9 million contract to help communicate its efforts at protecting Christian communities in Nigeria to the US government.
The contract was executed through Aster Legal, a Kaduna-based law firm, on behalf of the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu.
Documents filed with the United States Department of Justice and reviewed by TheCable show that the agreement was signed on December 17, 2025, by Aster Legal’s managing partner, Oyetunji Olalekan Teslim, and DCI Group’s managing member, Justin Peterson.
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According to the agreement, DCI Group is mandated to assist the Nigerian government in communicating its actions to protect Christian communities, while also helping to sustain US support for Nigeria’s efforts to counter West African jihadist groups and other destabilising elements.
The contract covers an initial period of six months, running until June 30, 2026, and includes a clause for automatic renewal for another six months.
On December 12, 2025, Nigeria paid DCI Group an initial $4.5 million as a six-month retainer, representing half of the total contract value.
Scope and Terms of the Contract
The engagement of the American lobbying firm comes amid claims by some US officials and advocacy groups alleging the persecution of Christians in Nigeria.
DCI Group, a US-based public affairs and lobbying firm, is expected to communicate details of the Tinubu administration’s security policies and counterterrorism measures to US government officials, particularly actions aimed at protecting vulnerable communities.
Meanwhile, the United States has continued to deepen security cooperation with Nigeria. Recently, US forces delivered critical military supplies to Nigeria in Abuja to support ongoing security operations.
The United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said the delivery underscored the importance of the US–Nigeria security partnership in addressing terrorism and other security threats.
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The development follows warnings by a US federal lawmaker, Rep. Riley M. Moore, over alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, after comments by former US President Donald Trump suggesting possible military action if such claims persist.
The Nigerian government has consistently rejected allegations of religiously targeted violence, insisting that insecurity in the country is driven by terrorism and criminality affecting Nigerians across religious and ethnic lines.
Rafiyat Sadiq is a political, justice, and human rights reporter with Pinnacle Daily, known for fearless reporting and impactful storytelling. At Pinnacle Daily, she brings clarity and depth to issues shaping governance, democracy, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
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