US–Nigeria Airstrike: 5 Risks Nigeria Ignored Before Inviting US Forces
When Nigerian authorities quietly opened the door for U.S. military airstrikes on terrorist targets in the North-West, the decision was framed as strategic, necessary, and inevitable. Supporters hailed it as proof that Nigeria was finally “getting serious” about terrorism. Critics warned it was a dangerous shortcut. What was largely missing from the official statements, however, […]
Nigeria Confirms Security Cooperation With US After North-West Airstrikes
The Federal Government has confirmed that Nigeria continues to work closely with the United States and other international partners on security and intelligence matters following recent airstrikes on terrorist hideouts in the country’s North-West. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Nigeria remains actively engaged in coordinated counter-terrorism efforts aimed […]
US Launches Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Northwest Nigeria Over Christian Attacks
The United States has conducted a series of airstrikes against Islamic State (ISIS) fighters operating in north-western Nigeria, according to an announcement by President Donald Trump on Thursday. The operation, he said, was aimed at militants accused of carrying out deadly attacks largely against Christian communities in the region. In a message posted on Truth […]