The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria has confirmed that Nigerian authorities, in cooperation with international partners, including the United States, conducted airstrikes on terrorist targets in the north-west region of the country. The operation involved precision air strikes against these targets to combat the ongoing threat of terrorism and violent extremism in Nigeria. This initiative aligns with international norms and mutual agreements, encompassing intelligence sharing, strategic coordination, and other support within the bounds of international law.
The Nigerian government emphasizes that their counter-terrorism actions prioritize protecting civilian lives, maintaining national unity, and upholding the rights of all citizens, regardless of their faith or ethnicity. Terrorist activities, regardless of the targeted community, are viewed as contrary to Nigeria’s principles and global peace and security. Efforts are underway to dismantle terrorist networks, disrupt their funding and supply chains, and prevent cross-border threats while enhancing Nigeria’s security infrastructure and intelligence capabilities.
President Trump described the airstrikes as a response to escalating attacks on Nigerian civilians, particularly Christians. He stated that the US military, under his command, executed a forceful strike against ISIS militants in northwest Nigeria. Trump highlighted the group’s brutal targeting of Christians and emphasized the decisive action taken to address this violence. The US operations, as per Trump, were executed flawlessly, underscoring the country’s commitment to combating radical Islamic terrorism and ensuring national security.
The Nigerian Foreign Ministry affirmed its commitment to ongoing collaboration with relevant partners and pledged to provide updates through official channels to the public.
