A Warri‑based lawyer, Owen Nanakumor, has voiced support for the United States Army’s recent military operations against terrorist groups in north‑west Nigeria, describing the U.S. presence as a positive development. In a statement, Nanakumor stressed that victory requires not only targeting terrorist strongholds but also identifying and exposing their sponsors.
According to reports, the U.S. Army began airstrikes against terrorist groups in north‑west Nigeria on 25 December 2025, marking a significant escalation in the fight against terrorism in the region. Nanakumor urged the U.S. forces to apprehend the sponsors of these groups, arguing that this step is crucial for winning the war.
The lawyer’s comments come as the Nigerian government continues to grapple with the terrorism threat in the north‑west. The deployment of U.S. forces is intended to support the Nigerian military in its counter‑terrorism efforts. Nanakumor praised the U.S. government, led by President Donald Trump, for its intervention and expressed gratitude for the protection it offers to innocent Nigerian citizens.
The U.S. Army’s involvement represents a notable shift in the international community’s response to Nigeria’s growing terrorism problem. As the situation unfolds, the impact of the U.S. operations on regional security remains uncertain. The Nigerian government has faced criticism for its handling of the crisis, and many Nigerians affected by the violence view the U.S. presence as a welcome development.
In the coming days, the U.S. Army is expected to continue airstrikes against terrorist groups in the region. The success of these operations will depend on factors such as the ability to identify and target the sponsors of the groups. The international community’s ongoing monitoring underscores that defeating terrorism in Nigeria will require a sustained, coordinated effort from all stakeholders.
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