By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
Maiduguri, Borno State — In a move described as a boost to ongoing counterterrorism efforts in Nigeria’s North-East, five United States military aircraft carrying the first batch of American troops have arrived in the region ahead of joint operations targeting insurgent groups.
The deployment, which underscores strengthened security cooperation under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is aimed at supporting Nigeria’s campaign against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
According to a report by The New York Times, the first aircraft touched down in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on Thursday night. By Friday evening, three aircraft were stationed at the military base, with troops and equipment being offloaded as part of preparations for coordinated operations.
Officials familiar with the development said the joint mission is expected to enhance intelligence sharing, logistics, surveillance capabilities and overall operational effectiveness in the fight against insurgency in the region.
The collaboration marks a significant step in Nigeria’s renewed push to degrade terrorist networks operating in the North-East and restore stability to communities affected by years of violence.
Security authorities have yet to disclose the full scope and duration of the operation, but sources indicate that the partnership is focused on intensifying offensive actions against insurgent strongholds while strengthening local military capacity.
