The Nigerian government has officially confirmed the success of joint airstrikes conducted with the United States military, targeting ISIS-linked camps in Sokoto State’s Tangaza Local Government Area on December 25-26, 2025. Information Minister Mohammed Idris Malagi detailed how MQ-9 Reaper drones fired 16 precision munitions from Gulf of Guinea naval platforms between 00:12 and 01:30 WAT, neutralizing multiple foreign militants infiltrating from the Sahel.

Sokoto State Government welcomed the operation, noting no civilian casualties despite debris falling near Jabo village in Tambuwal district and parts of Kwara State. The strikes hit terrorist hideouts in Bauni forest used for planning attacks on local communities, particularly Christians, amid rising jihadist expansion from neighboring Niger.

Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar highlighted the seamless Nigeria-US collaboration, crediting intelligence sharing for the operation’s effectiveness. US Africa Command’s initial assessment reported several ISIS terrorists killed, with President Donald Trump hailing it as a “Christmas present” against groups responsible for historic levels of violence.

This partnership marks a strategic escalation in counterterrorism efforts, distinct from northeastern ISWAP threats, as Sahel-based militants push southward. Sokoto authorities urged residents to stay calm while joint teams assess full impacts, signaling potential for future operations to curb insecurity.

Local leaders praised the precision that protected civilians, boosting confidence in bilateral security ties amid West Africa’s jihadist challenges.

More than news- Its Icegate

By admin

4 thoughts on “Nigeria Confirms Successful Joint Airstrikes with US Against Terror Targets”
  1. I’ll right away clutch your rss feed as I can’t to find your e-mail subscription hyperlink or e-newsletter service. Do you have any? Kindly let me understand in order that I could subscribe. Thanks.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *