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In a decisive operation, Nigerian troops have killed 38 members of the ISWAP terrorist group who attempted an attack on a military base in Borno State. The forces executed a successful counteroffensive, utilizing air support to repel the assault.
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed concern about the increasing number of attacks on both soldiers and civilians, asserting that the government's current security measures are failing.
The Nigeria Police Force has successfully completed training for 56 officers and greenlit the formation of new counter-terrorism bases in the states of Adamawa, Cross River, and Ogun to enhance security measures.
The Defence Headquarters has clarified that military training and support from the United States to Nigeria are provided at no financial cost. This partnership is part of the US's broader counterterrorism initiative.
The Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, explains that Türkiye's special interest in Nigeria is rooted in shared challenges, particularly in combating terrorism. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration in counterterrorism efforts.
A prominent member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), John Chuma Nwosu, has praised the collaborative security efforts between Nigeria and the United States. He also urged for stronger domestic strategies, technological integration, and accountability to combat the nation's escalating insecurity.
Retired Major General John Enenche highlights that the deployment of US military personnel in Nigeria will enhance intelligence operations and strengthen national counterterrorism initiatives.
President Bola Tinubu has called for the revival of a regional standby force to bolster security across West Africa and the Sahel. He proposed using Nigeria's National Counter Terrorism Centre as a central hub for intelligence and operations in the fight against regional threats.
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized the strategic importance of Nigeria's security cooperation with the United States, noting its focus on counterterrorism and civilian protection while respecting national sovereignty. He made these remarks at an interfaith dialogue conference in Kano, where he also urged Nigerians to reject narratives that paint the country as intolerant.
A delegation from the United States, led by Under Secretary of State Allison Hooker, will travel to Nigeria to engage in discussions focused on safeguarding Christian communities and enhancing counterterrorism strategies.
