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Nigeria Boosts Security Ties with France and U.S. Against Terrorism

3/25/2026

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Nigeria is strengthening security partnerships with France and the United States to counter Boko Haram and ISWAP.
The partnerships center on intelligence sharing and military training.
France aims to improve Nigeria's counterterrorism capabilities.
The United States has deployed troops to provide technical support and training.
Nigeria's national security adviser is engaging with the European Union for comprehensive support to underscore the need for international collaboration.

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Story summary

Nigeria is strengthening security partnerships with France and the United States to counter Boko Haram and ISWAP.
The partnerships center on intelligence sharing and military training.
France aims to improve Nigeria's counterterrorism capabilities.
The United States has deployed troops to provide technical support and training.
Nigeria's national security adviser is engaging with the European Union for comprehensive support to underscore the need for international collaboration.