Tinubu Govt Says It Is Ready to Partner U.S., Allies in Security Fight

The federal government has reaffirmed its readiness to collaborate with the United States and other partner nations in eliminating the remaining pockets of terrorists and criminal elements across Nigeria.

This declaration was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during a world press conference in the capital on Wednesday.

Addressing Nigeria’s contemporary security challenges, Minister Idris acknowledged that the country is confronted by serious threats but was emphatic that these are not directed against any religion or ethnic group, contradicting narratives rooted in “faulty data.”

“The Nigerian government is willing to work with other international bodies, including the United States, to ensure that criminals are permanently wiped out,” he told reporters.
“We welcome support from international partners, including the US, to deal with its security challenges,” he added.

He stressed: “President Bola Tinubu is taking the lead to resolve all challenges with the US, including other countries.”

Highlighting the past two years of the Tinubu administration, the minister said that the president has “deepened his commitment to dealing with insecurity,” as evidenced by Nigeria’s improved ranking on the Global Terrorism Index and the recent shake-up in the heads of the security services.

“President Tinubu is determined to confront and end security challenges,” Idris said.

Idris went on to call for the support of the United States and other nations, citing the gravity of the threat: “We are not running away from the fact that we have a big insecurity situation.”

He also acknowledged international concerns: “The government and people of Nigeria have taken note of the US stance over the alleged violation of human rights.”

His remarks come in the context of rising international pressure, especially after U.S. President Donald Trump last week threatened military action in Nigeria over alleged killings of Christians. The United States has also designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern.”

The government is signalling a more open posture toward international cooperation in its security operations.

By emphasising that the violence is not directed at any specific religion or ethnic group, the administration is seeking to counter narratives of discriminatory targeting.

The call for support underlines Nigeria’s desire for external collaboration, both logistical and diplomatic, to bolster its internal fight against terrorism and criminality.

The mention of human-rights concerns indicates that the administration is aware of external scrutiny and may be seeking reassurance or a repositioning in the eyes of global partners.