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US Forces Bolster Nigeria's Fight Against Extremism
17 Feb
Summary
- Around 100 U.S. military personnel have arrived in Nigeria.
- The U.S. is intensifying operations against perceived extremism.
- Previous U.S. strikes targeted Islamic State-linked militants.

About 100 United States forces have recently arrived in Nigeria. This deployment marks an expansion of U.S. military operations within the West African nation.
The United States is intensifying its efforts against what it identifies as extremist elements. This move follows targeted strikes conducted by the U.S. in December against militants associated with the Islamic State.
A small contingent of U.S. military personnel has been actively engaged on the ground. Their role includes bolstering Nigeria's intelligence gathering capabilities to counter extremist threats.




