The Sokoto government says the US air strikes on Christmas Day hit terrorist camps in Tangaza LGA of the state.
The strikes, which took place late at night, were said to
have targeted ISIS terrorists in the north-western Nigerian state.
The US Africa Command (AFRICOM) said the operation was
conducted “at the request of Nigerian authorities”.
In a statement on Friday, Abubakar Bawa, director-general of
media and publicity at the Sokoto government house, said there were no civilian
casualties recorded during the air strikes.
Bawa said the impact of the bombardment could not be
immediately assessed, as authorities are awaiting a full report from the joint
operations team.
He also said that objects found near Jabo town in Tambuwal
LGA could not yet be explained, with analysis by Nigerian and US military
authorities still ongoing.
“Sokoto state welcomes any collaboration between Nigeria and
relevant global stakeholders aimed at curbing terrorism and cross-border
crimes,” the statement reads.
“The ongoing operations are geared towards securing the
state and protecting lives and property.”
The government said it has consistently supported security
agencies over the past two years, providing equipment to strengthen efforts
against banditry and terrorism.
It called on residents of affected areas to continue
cooperating with security agencies by providing useful information to sustain
ongoing operations and restore lasting peace.
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