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USTroopsNigeria2026 as US Congressman Riley Moore announces deployment of 200 American troops to Nigeria to train its military in combating Islamist militants amid escalating violence in parts of the country.
US Congressman Riley Moore has revealed that the United States is deploying 200 troops to Nigeria to assist in training the Nigerian military to combat Islamist militants operating in parts of the country.
Moore made the disclosure during an interview on Fox News on Tuesday, describing the security situation in Nigeria as a “bloodbath.”
“We Are Taking Steps to Address Persecution”
The congressman explained that the violence has affected both Muslims and Christians, noting that many victims were targeted for refusing to submit to extremist ideologies.
Moore added that the US government, under President Donald Trump, is taking steps to address religious persecution and strengthen Nigeria’s capacity to respond to extremist threats.
US Special Forces Already in Nigeria
According to Moore, US special forces are already operating in Nigeria in a non-combat capacity, assisting local forces with training and intelligence support.
The move underscores Washington’s renewed security cooperation with Nigeria amid rising concerns over terrorist attacks, banditry, and religious violence in the country’s northern and central regions.
