…Reaffirms support for Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts

By Kingsley Omonobi

The Commander of the U.S. Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAFRICA), Major General Claude Tudor, has commended the operational successes of the Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation Hadin Kai, describing them as a reflection of the Nigerian Armed Forces’ commitment and resilience in the fight against terrorism.

Maj. Gen. Tudor gave the commendation during a visit to the headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai in Maiduguri, Borno State, where he reaffirmed the United States’ enduring strategic partnership with Nigeria in combating terrorism and violent extremism.

During the visit, the Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, briefed the U.S. military delegation on ongoing counter-insurgency operations. He highlighted recent operational gains, the prevailing security situation and the force’s sustained efforts to restore peace and stability across the North-East.