Nigeria's Army Chief Advocates Enhanced Military Cooperation with US
DEFENSE
Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, Nigeria's Chief of Army Staff, urged for enhanced military cooperation with the United States Army to address the country's security challenges during a meeting with US Defence Attaché Lieutenant Colonel Semira Moore. He noted the advantages of American military training and called for expanded collaboration in areas such as operational effectiveness and doctrine development. Moore reaffirmed the US's commitment to strengthening ties and supporting the Nigerian Army through capacity building and intelligence sharing.

Jan 17, 2026, 6:26 AM