Nigeria's Army Chief Advocates Enhanced Military Cooperation with US
DEFENSE
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff of Nigeria, called for deeper strategic cooperation with the United States Army to tackle Nigeria's complex security challenges during a visit from US Defence Attaché Lieutenant Colonel Semira Moore on January 14, 2026. Shaibu highlighted the benefits the Nigerian Army has gained from American military training and expertise.
He emphasized the need for expanded collaboration in operational effectiveness, institutional capacity, and doctrine development. Moore expressed the US's commitment to strengthening ties and supporting the Nigerian Army in capacity building, intelligence sharing, and humanitarian assistance.
Jan 17, 2026, 6:26 AM
