Nigeria Confirms US Security Cooperation After Airstrikes on Terrorist Targets in North-West
The Federal Government has confirmed ongoing security cooperation with the United States after airstrikes targeted terrorist enclaves in Nigeria’s North-West region.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has confirmed that it is working closely with the United States on security matters following recent airstrikes on terrorist hideouts in the North-West region of the country.
The confirmation comes amid heightened public interest and speculation over foreign involvement in Nigeria’s counterterrorism operations after reports emerged of coordinated strikes on identified terrorist targets believed to be linked to bandit and extremist activities.
According to government officials, the cooperation with the United States is part of a broader security partnership focused on intelligence sharing, technical support, and capacity building aimed at dismantling terror networks threatening lives and property across the region.
Authorities clarified that the air operations were carried out based on credible intelligence, stressing that such collaborations are guided by Nigeria’s national interest and respect for sovereignty. The government emphasized that protecting civilians and restoring stability in affected communities remain the primary objectives.
The North-West has experienced persistent insecurity in recent years, with armed groups carrying out attacks, kidnappings, and raids on rural communities. Security analysts believe that disrupting terrorist camps through precise operations could weaken the operational strength of these groups.
Officials also reassured Nigerians that all military actions are conducted in line with international law and coordinated through Nigeria’s security architecture. They added that cooperation with international partners does not replace local command but rather enhances effectiveness.
The development has sparked mixed reactions among Nigerians, with some welcoming foreign support in the fight against insecurity, while others have raised concerns about external military involvement.
As security operations continue, the Federal Government reiterated its commitment to ending terrorism and restoring peace across all troubled regions of the country.
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