TMV Lauds Nigeria-US Security, Counter-terrorism Cooperation
The Tinubu Media Volunteers have applauded the deepening of cooperation between Nigeria and the United States in the areas of security and counter-terrorism cooperation.
In a statement signed by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group argued that it would go a long way toward addressing security challenges in Nigeria and the Sahel region.
“It is noted that the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu had embarked on a three-day visit to the United States of America to interface with high-ranking United States government officials including the Vice President, J.D Vance, Secretary of State Marc Rubio and others.
“We are gratified that with the serious security challenges afflicting the Sahel region, Lake Chad region and other parts of West Africa, the renewed cooperation between Nigeria and the United States will help eradicate the scourge of terrorism, banditry and other security challenges.
“We believe that this strategic partnership will go a long way to strengthen Nigeria’s defence capabilities in confronting the activities of ISWAP, Boko Haram and other bandits terrorising some parts of the North East, North Central and North West parts of the country.
“There is no doubt that Nigeria stands to benefit from the expertise and intelligence-gathering capacity of the United States.
We also commend the National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu for using the opportunity of the visit to pledge Nigeria’s commitment to working with international partners in promoting peace, stability, democratic governance and economic development across Africa.
“The meeting also re-emphasised the commitment of all partners to the agreed roadmap under the Nigeria- US Joint Working Group (JWG) which was established to advance structured bilateral cooperation on strategic and security- related matters.
“Both sides also agreed on practical measures for the realisation of their strategic plans including intelligence-sharing, military cooperation, border security, counter terrorism support, capacity development and strategic communications.
“We therefore applaud the concerted efforts of the President Tinubu administration to frontally confront Nigeria’s security challenges by engaging with the United States and other partners, it added.
The group is convinced that it will restore confidence in the populace and provide enduring peace and tranquillity in the areas most impacted by insecurity.
