US EditionUS troops arrive in Nigeria to help train its military, Nigerian military says
About 100 U.S. troops arrived to provide training, technical support, and intelligence-sharing to Nigerian forces combating extremist and armed groups, according to Nigeria's Defence Headquarters.
- About 100 United States military personnel and equipment have arrived in Nigeria to help train its military, as part of a planned initiative to support military training, technical assistance, and intelligence sharing.
- The US personnel will serve strictly in an advisory and training capacity, with all training activities conducted under the authority and control of the Nigerian Government and in coordination with the Nigerian Armed Forces.
- The collaboration aims to provide Nigeria with specialized technical capabilities to improve its ability to deter terrorist threats and enhance the protection of vulnerable communities across the country.
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In recent days, several transport aircraft carrying American soldiers and equipment have been seen in the northern states of Nigeria.
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