100 US Military Personnel Deploy To Bauchi To Train And Support Nigerian Armed Forces
About 100 United States military personnel, accompanied by equipment, have arrived at Bauchi Airfield to support the Nigerian Armed Forces in training, technical assistance, and intelligence-sharing, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced on Monday.
Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the deployment is part of ongoing Nigeria–US defence collaboration, following discussions during a recent joint military working group meeting.
“The arrival of US personnel is planned and deliberate, responding to a formal request from the Federal Government of Nigeria to address specific military training needs,” the DHQ stated.
The partnership is intended to provide Nigerian forces with access to specialized technical expertise, strengthening their ability to counter terrorist threats and protect vulnerable communities across the country.
Major General Uba emphasized that the US personnel are advisory specialists focused solely on training and guidance, not combat operations. All activities will be conducted under the authority and supervision of the Nigerian government in close coordination with the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
As part of the cooperation, Nigerian troops and US advisers will participate in joint training exercises and intelligence-focused initiatives designed to improve the military’s capacity to identify, confront, and neutralize extremist groups threatening national stability.
“The Armed Forces of Nigeria remain fully committed to defeating terrorist organizations that endanger the country’s sovereignty, security, and citizens,” the DHQ said, promising regular updates on the collaboration.
This deployment reflects the deepening defence partnership between Nigeria and the United States, reinforcing joint efforts to boost national security and combat terrorism.
