Former U.S. President says operation targeted ISIS-linked militants, sparks global attention as Nigerian authorities yet to respond
Former United States President Donald J. Trump has announced that the U.S. military carried out what he described as a “powerful and deadly strike” against ISIS-affiliated terrorist targets in northwest Nigeria, a claim that has immediately drawn international attention and raised fresh questions about security operations in the region.
In a statement posted late Sunday on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump said the operation was executed under his authority as Commander in Chief, targeting extremist elements allegedly linked to the Islamic State group operating in parts of northwest Nigeria. He described the action as decisive and necessary to counter terrorism, though he did not provide specific details on the timing, scale, or exact locations of the strikes.
The announcement comes amid ongoing concerns over the activities of insurgent and extremist groups in northern Nigeria, where banditry, kidnappings, and terror-linked violence have continued to pose serious security challenges. While ISIS affiliates, particularly the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), are known to operate mainly in the northeast, the claim of strikes in the northwest has generated widespread debate among analysts and observers.
As of the time of this report, the Nigerian government and military authorities have not issued an official statement confirming or denying the reported U.S. military action. Similarly, no independent verification has been made public regarding casualties or damage linked to the alleged strikes.
Security experts note that any confirmed foreign military operation on Nigerian soil would carry significant diplomatic, legal, and strategic implications, especially concerning sovereignty, counterterrorism cooperation, and regional stability.
The development has sparked intense reactions across social media and international media platforms, with many calling for clarity from both U.S. and Nigerian officials. Observers say further details and official responses will be critical in determining the full scope and impact of the claimed operation in the coming days.
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