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The United States conducted strikes in Nigeria this week targeting Islamic State (ISIS) militants from the Sahel region. These militants were reportedly in Nigeria to collaborate with the local jihadist group, Lakurawa, and various bandit gangs. The information was confirmed by a spokesman for the Nigerian President.
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U.S. Strikes Target ISIS Militants in Nigeria, Official Says
ABUJA, Nigeria – The United States carried out airstrikes in Nigeria this week, targeting militants affiliated with the Islamic State (ISIS) originating from the Sahel region, according to a statement released by the Nigerian President’s spokesman on Saturday.
The strikes focused on locations believed to be housing ISIS operatives who had entered Nigeria to forge alliances with the local jihadist group, Lakurawa, and various bandit gangs operating within the country.
“The strikes were a result of intelligence gathered indicating the presence and activities of ISIS militants from the Sahel, who were collaborating with Lakurawa and bandit elements,” the spokesman confirmed.
The news raises concerns about the expanding influence of international terrorist organizations in Nigeria and the potential for increased instability as foreign fighters collaborate with existing local threats. Further details regarding the location of the strikes and the extent of casualties were not immediately available. The Nigerian government has not yet issued a formal statement beyond the presidential spokesman’s comments. Authorities are expected to address the situation more comprehensively in the coming days.
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