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Former senator urges calm over US troop presence in Nigeria, says sovereignty concerns misplaced since foreign terrorists already breach national integrity
Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has responded to growing concerns over the presence of US military personnel in Nigeria, urging citizens to remain calm and view the partnership as a necessary step in the fight against terrorism.
Reports indicate that about 100 US troops are currently in the country to assist Nigerian forces in counterterrorism operations. The development has sparked mixed reactions, particularly among Northern stakeholders, who fear a violation of national sovereignty.
“Our Sovereignty Already Violated by Terrorists”
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Sani acknowledged the public’s distrust but argued that Nigeria’s sovereignty had long been compromised by the presence of foreign terrorists operating within its borders.
Advocates Cooperation in Counterterrorism
Sani emphasized that military cooperation among nations is a global norm, noting that even superpowers rely on alliances to achieve security objectives.
He added that Nigeria cannot afford isolation while terrorists continue to kill and abduct citizens, stressing that foreign support is vital as long as it remains a partnership.
