Leaders of Benue communities in Nigeria have appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump to expand airstrikes against terrorist groups in the country’s North‑East and North‑Central regions. Their request follows recent strikes that targeted terrorist enclaves in the North‑West. Iorbee Ihagh, President General of Mzough U Tiv—a worldwide organization—issued a statement praising Trump for his actions against militants in Sokoto and urging broader intervention.
Ihagh said he had previously written to Trump, asking the United States to help end the killings of Christians and Muslims in Nigeria. He welcomed the recent airstrike as a positive development and stressed the need for sustained, decisive action. According to Ihagh, the strikes should be extended to other areas, especially the North‑East and North‑Central, where communities have endured significant attacks and mass killings.
Benue State has been particularly hard‑hit, with hundreds of thousands of residents forced into internally displaced persons (IDP) camps because of the violence. Ihagh’s appeal underscores the ongoing insecurity and humanitarian crisis in Nigeria, where terrorist groups have carried out numerous attacks on civilians and security forces.
The call for international intervention, specifically from the United States, reflects growing concern among Nigerian communities about the need for effective action to address the crisis. Various militant groups, including Boko Haram, continue to perpetrate violence and instability across the country. The international community has been urged to provide support and assistance to combat these threats. As the situation evolves, it remains uncertain how the U.S. and other partners will respond to the request for expanded action against terrorist groups in Nigeria.
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