US Troops Arrive in Bauchi State as Nigeria Boosts Counterterrorism Effort . The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has officially confirmed the arrival of approximately 100 United States military personnel, along with associated equipment, at Bauchi Airfield in Bauchi State.

Ina statement issued on Monday, Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, described the deployment as a planned and deliberate move following a formal request from the Federal Government of Nigeria to the United States.

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The personnel are intended to provide specialized military training, technical support, and intelligence sharing to enhance the capabilities of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).”The US personnel are technical specialists serving strictly in an advisory and training capacity and not combat forces,” the DHQ emphasized. “They will operate under the full command authority of Nigerian forces.”The arrival comes amid escalating threats from armed groups, including Boko Haram and ISIL (ISIS)-affiliated factions, particularly in Nigeria’s northern and northeastern regions. Officials highlighted that the collaboration aims to strengthen Nigeria’s ability to prevent terrorist threats and better protect vulnerable communities nationwide.

MultipleNigerian media outlets, including Punch, Premium Times, Daily Trust, and Vanguard, reported on the development, with the DHQ confirming earlier reports of the troops and equipment landing at the Bauchi facility, also known as Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Bauchi State International Airport.

International sources, such as Al Jazeera and Task & Purpose, noted that the US troops will focus on advisory roles to support Nigerian-led counter-terror operations, without engaging in direct combat. Some reports indicate this may be the initial phase of a larger deployment, potentially reaching up to 200 personnel in the coming weeks.The move reflects deepening defence cooperation between Nigeria and the United States, building on recent engagements between the two countries’ military delegations.

No specific timeline for the duration of the mission was provided in the official statement.This deployment occurs against the backdrop of ongoing security challenges in northern Nigeria, where extremist groups continue to pose significant risks to stability and civilian safety.