Trump Commends Tinubu, Reaffirms US Support in Nigeria's Fight Against Terrorism
In a letter dated July 6, 2026, President Donald Trump commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership and reaffirmed the United States' commitment to supporting Nigeria's fight against terrorism. The letter highlighted the growing security partnership, including the deployment of US Special Operations Forces to aid Nigerian armed forces.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership and reaffirmed America's commitment to supporting Nigeria's fight against terrorism in a letter dated July 6, 2026, which was released by the Presidency.
Trump commended Tinubu's efforts to address Nigeria's security challenges, particularly the violence affecting Christian communities, and described it as an honour for the United States to stand alongside Nigeria in combating terrorist threats.
The letter highlighted the strategic importance of the U.S.-Nigeria relationship amid growing security concerns across West Africa. Trump noted that both countries share a common goal of confronting terrorism in all its forms and pointed to the newly established US-Nigeria 2026 Defence Cooperation Roadmap as a key framework for strengthening military and security collaboration between the two nations.
Trump also disclosed that United States Special Operations Forces are working to train members of the Nigerian Armed Forces by providing critical skills, intelligence, and operational support. He said the partnership is aimed at enhancing Nigeria's capacity to protect its citizens and secure its territory, adding that he looks forward to maintaining close engagement with President Tinubu throughout his administration.