Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the recent airstrikes against ISIS-affiliated terrorists in the northwest parts of the country were executed through a coordinated operation involving both Nigerian and United States forces.
DHQ reaffirmed the Federal Government’s determination to
tackle terrorism.
In a statement released on Friday in Abuja, the Director of
Defence Information, Major-General Samaila Uba, explained that the strikes were
intelligence-driven and carefully planned to weaken the terrorists’ operational
strength while limiting any unintended damage.
Uba noted that the operation received clearance from the
relevant authorities and was part of ongoing measures to dismantle terrorist
networks and other criminal groups posing threats to national security.
He stated that the Armed Forces of Nigeria, working
alongside the United States, successfully carried out precision air operations
against identified foreign ISIS-linked fighters operating in parts of northwest
Nigeria.
According to him, the move highlights the Federal
Government’s firm stance, alongside key international allies, against
transnational terrorism and its efforts to stop foreign fighters from gaining
or expanding influence within the country.
Uba emphasised that the joint action reflects Nigeria’s
commitment, in partnership with strategic allies, to deny terrorist groups any
foothold within its territory.
“This action clearly reflects the resolve of the Federal
Government of Nigeria, working with strategic international partners, to
prevent foreign terrorist elements from gaining any foothold within our
borders.”
The US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, also confirmed
that the airstrikes were conducted in collaboration with the Nigerian Army,
while President Donald Trump had earlier announced that the US military carried
out targeted strikes on terrorist hideouts in Nigeria.
However, activist and former presidential candidate Omoyele
Sowore has condemned the operation, alleging that the US military involvement
amounted to an infringement on Nigeria’s sovereignty.
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