Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has hailed the recent United States military airstrikes on Islamist militants in Sokoto State as a "blessing," emphasizing the nation's eagerness for enhanced security collaboration with the U.S. administration under President Donald Trump.
In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital during her recent week-long visit to Washington, D.C., Mrs. Tinubu described the Christmas Day operation—targeting terrorist groups in northwest Nigeria—as a welcome intervention amid ongoing efforts to combat insurgency and criminal activities plaguing the region.
"The intervention of the U.S. was quite a welcome development," she stated. "It was quite a blessing." Highlighting Nigeria's commitment to strengthening ties, the First Lady added, "Nigeria is looking forward to collaboration with the US on security issues. We are expecting that there will be more."
The airstrikes, conducted on December 25, 2025, represent a significant step in international cooperation against terrorism in West Africa. Mrs. Tinubu's remarks underscore the Tinubu administration's openness to deeper partnerships, including intelligence sharing and joint operations, to address longstanding security challenges such as those posed by Boko Haram affiliates and armed bandits.
Her comments have garnered support from prominent figures, including former Senator Shehu Sani, who echoed the call for more targeted actions against threats in the North, stating that such interventions are crucial in the fight against "mass murderers, rapists, and kidnappers."
As Nigeria continues to prioritize national security and economic reforms, the First Lady's statements signal a proactive stance toward global alliances that bolster peace and stability in Africa's most populous nation.
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