US Praises Nigeria’s Key Role in Joint Anti-ISIS Operations
The United States has lauded Nigeria’s growing partnership in counterterrorism efforts against Islamic State affiliates in West Africa. US Africa Command and Nigerian security forces carried out coordinated strikes that led to the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as ISIS’s global second-in-command. AFRICOM commander General Dagvin Anderson highlighted how US capabilities and Nigerian local expertise combined to achieve this success. President Tinubu confirmed the joint operation, calling it a major setback for extremist groups around the Lake Chad region and beyond. The campaign underscores expanded intelligence sharing, training, and operational coordination between Abuja and Washington. US officials say this deepening security cooperation is vital for sustaining gains against insurgent threats, while Nigerian authorities emphasise that international support remains key to regional stability.
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