- The U.S. government has confirmed that there are no plans to establish a military base in Nigeria
- General Eckman, who coordinates with African militaries to enhance security, clarified that there have been no discussions between U.S. and Nigerian authorities about setting up a base in Nigeria
- General Eckman also provided an update on the ongoing U.S. troop withdrawal from Niger
US Army clears air setting military base in Nigeria
Photo credit: Delil SouleimanSource: Getty Images”There are no plans for a U.S. base here in Nigeria. I understand it’s a common concern, but I want to assure you that there are no such plans in place.”US Army speaks on visit to Nigeria”I want to be perfectly clear on that. The issue we’re focused on is combating violent extremism in the Sahel region, and if the U.S. is not active in Niger, the question is where we should be instead.”US Army clarifies on withrawal of troops from Niger “I recently returned from Niamey, where Ive been stationed since early April. My role has been to oversee the full withdrawal of U.S. forces from Niger. “We’re nearing completion, and together with our Nigerien partners, weve ensured that the withdrawal has been carried out safely, orderly, and responsibly.”Borno: Troops kill terrorist commander, other Boko Haram fighters
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