Nigeria Foreign Minister Yusuf-Tuggar
The Nigerian foreign ministry and the United States had confirmed the launch of airstrike called “precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes” in the Sokoto, Northwest of Nigeria.
This confirmation was made after US President Donald Trump announced the operation against Islamic State militants. Nigeria’s foreign Minister , Ambassador Yussuf Tuggar also appeared on a National television programme to accentuate the bold diplomatic moves from both governments.
Earlier before the TV appearance, Nigerian Foreign Ministry had issued a statement.
“Nigerian authorities remain engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States of America, in addressing the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism” .
“This has led to precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes,” in the country’s northwest, it added.
Full Statement
Nigeria–United States Security Cooperation and Intelligence Collaboration hits at terrorist targets in Nigeria.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria confirms that Nigerian authorities remain engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States of America, in addressing the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism. This has led to precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes in the North West.
In line with established international practice and bilateral understandings, this cooperation includes the exchange of intelligence, strategic coordination, and other forms of support consistent with international law, mutual respect for sovereignty, and shared commitments to regional and global security.
Nigeria reiterates that all counter-terrorism efforts are guided by the primacy of protecting civilian lives, safeguarding national unity, and upholding the rights and dignity of all citizens, irrespective of faith or ethnicity. Terrorist violence in any form whether directed at Christians, Muslims, or other communities remains an affront to Nigeria’s values and to international peace and security.
The Federal Government continues to work closely with its partners through established diplomatic and security channels to weaken terrorist networks, disrupt their financing and logistics, and prevent cross-border threats, while strengthening Nigeria’s own security institutions and intelligence capabilities.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to engage relevant partners and keep the public informed through appropriate official channels.
Abuja
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Federal Republic of Nigeria
AFRICOM
The US Africa Command (AFRICOM), based in Ghana said the strikes were carried out in Sokoto State and that multiple militants were killed. Sokoto, shared border with Niger Republic. It has been described as one of the coordinating center for international terrorists coming through the Sahel states.
US President Donald Trump described the strikes as “powerful and deadly,” saying they were directed at Islamic State militants responsible for violent attacks on civilians.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, in social media remarks, warned that “more to come” as part of sustained efforts against extremist groups.
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