Why US withdrew troops from Nigeria – Military spokesman, Uba

The Nigerian military has explained the reason behind the
withdrawal of United States troops from Nigeria.

Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba
stated that the deployment of 200 United States soldiers to Nigeria was tied to
operational and counterterrorism operations.

Uba explained that the decision to draw down the personnel
is part of the evolving nature of the engagement.

According to him, elements of the United States security
partnership, especially intelligence cooperation, training and information
sharing, will continue.

Recall that in early 2026, the United States deployed 200
troops to Nigeria for a limited counterterrorism mission, and the planned
withdrawal will see the main body leave by late September, while a smaller
advisory and intelligence team will remain behind.

The United States was set to withdraw about 200 American
troops from Nigeria.

Reacting to the development, Uba said the Nigerian military
has been consistent in maintaining responsibility for the defence of Nigeria,
stressing that the protection of Nigerian citizens rests primarily with the
country’s security forces.

He pointed out that the cooperation between the Nigerian
Armed Forces and the United States is aimed at boosting their capabilities
through intelligence sharing, training and other areas.

The defence spokesman further asserted that the
Nigeria-United States partnership has resulted in a robust fight against
terrorism and other transnational security threats.

“The decision to withdraw the 200 troops from Nigeria is
part of the evolving nature of that engagement,” he said.

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