U.S. deploys 200 troops to Nigeria for counterterrorism training
The United States is deploying 200 additional troops to Nigeria to support efforts in combating Islamist militants and other terrorist groups operating in the country.
According to reports, the troops will focus on training and advising Nigerian security forces as part of ongoing security cooperation between both nations.
The move marks an expansion of America’s military presence in Nigeria amid continued threats from insurgent and extremist groups.
Major General Samaila Uba, spokesperson for the Nigerian Armed Forces, stated that the U.S. personnel will not participate in direct combat operations.
He added that the Nigerian government formally requested the additional assistance to strengthen its counterterrorism capacity.
Defense HQ, who reported this on X said …
“America’s military presence in Nigeria is accelerating. The U.S is deploying an additional 200 troops to train Nigerian forces in the fight against IS militants and other terrorist groups.
Major General Samaila Uba, spokesperson for the Nigerian Armed Forces, stated that the troops will not take part in direct combat operations in Nigeria and that the additional U.S. assistance was requested by the Nigerian government.”
The development emphasizes the growing collaboration between Washington and Abuja on security matters as Nigeria continues to confront insurgency and banditry in several regions.
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