U.S. confirms troop deployment to Nigeria for counter-terrorism

[USAfricaonline - Africa] - 4/02/2026

In a significant escalation of military partnership, the United States has confirmed the deployment of a “small team” of troops to Nigeria. This marks the first official acknowledgment of American boots on the ground following the high-profile Christmas Day airstrikes conducted by the U.S. (…)

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