The Federal government of Nigeria has acknowledged that the United states government has launched military strikes on targets in Nigeria in what it said were  part of efforts to address the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism in Nigeria.

In a statement, spokesman of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, said the action of the United states Military, in coordination with the Nigerian government was taken to protect lives.

The statement reads:

“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria confirms that Nigerian authorities remain engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States of America, in addressing the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism. This has led to precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes in the North West.”

“In line with established international practice and bilateral understandings, this cooperation includes the exchange of intelligence, strategic coordination, and other forms of support consistent with international law, mutual respect for sovereignty, and shared commitments to regional and global security.

“Nigeria reiterates that all counter-terrorism efforts are guided by the primacy of protecting civilian lives, safeguarding national unity, and upholding the rights and dignity of all citizens, irrespective of faith or ethnicity. Terrorist violence in any form whether directed at Christians, Muslims, or other communities remains an affront to Nigeria’s values and to international peace and security.