Trump praises Tinubu’s anti-terrorism efforts
….Pledges continued US security support
United States President Donald Trump has commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as his decisive leadership in tackling terrorism and insecurity in Nigeria, particularly attacks on Christian communities.
In a letter dated July 6, and made public on Wednesday by President Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Trump praised Tinubu’s commitment to tackling Nigeria’s security challenges and reaffirmed Washington’s support for the country’s counterterrorism efforts.
“Thank you for your thoughtful letter. Your kind words mean a great deal to me, and I appreciate your decisive leadership on behalf of the Nigerian people,” Trump wrote.
“I applaud your resolve to tackle the issues plaguing your nation, especially the violence affecting Christian communities, and it is a true honour to stand with you in the fight against terrorists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous.”
The US President described relations between Nigeria and the United States as critical at a time of growing insecurity across West Africa, saying both countries shared a common objective of defeating terrorism.
According to him, the US-Nigeria 2026 Defence Cooperation Roadmap provides a strong framework for deepening military collaboration between the two countries.
Trump also disclosed that the United States had deployed Special Operations Forces to train members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, providing them with the skills, intelligence and equipment needed to combat terrorist groups.
“I am proud to have deployed the United States Special Operations Forces—among the most elite military units anywhere in the world—to equip the brave men and women in the Armed Forces of Nigeria with the skills, tools and intelligence they need to protect your homeland and ensure the safety and security of citizens, particularly those of faith who have been under attack,” he said.
