US provides free military support to Nigeria

Nigeria's Defence Headquarters confirms the United States is offering free military support including training, intelligence and operational assistance to combat terrorism. The partnership channels support through US Africa Command, with Major General Michael Onoja stating US troops are present solely for counter-terrorism efforts at no cost to Nigeria. The military denies new terrorist groups in Adamawa and North-West, assuring intensified operations against armed groups. State governments cannot negotiate with armed groups without National Security Adviser approval. The Defence HQ is reviewing deradicalisation programme concerns.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/02/27/us-providing-free-military-support-to-nigeria-defence-hq/