United States President Donald Trump has praised the Nigerian Armed Forces following a joint counterterrorism operation that led to the killing of a top Islamic State commander in northeastern Nigeria.
Trump, in a statement, commended the bravery and professionalism of the Nigerian Armed Forces, describing the operation as a major success in the fight against terrorism.
He said the mission, carried out alongside American forces, was meticulously planned and executed, resulting in the killing of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, identified as ISIS second-in-command.
According to the statement, the operation dealt a significant blow to ISIS activities in West Africa, particularly in the northeastern region of Nigeria where insurgent groups have remained active.
Trump noted that the collaboration between the United States and Nigerian forces demonstrated the strength of international security partnerships in confronting global terrorism.
The former U.S. president said the successful mission removed one of the world’s most active terrorist figures from the battlefield, describing the development as a critical step toward restoring stability and security in the region.
Security analysts say the operation underscores increasing military cooperation between Nigeria and the United States in intelligence sharing and counter terrorism operations, especially against extremist groups operating across the Lake Chad basin and wider West African sub-region.
The successful mission has been hailed as a strategic victory for regional security efforts, with Nigerian troops receiving commendation for their courage and tactical execution during the high-risk operation.
