- A survey conducted by NBS found that illicit drug trafficking affects Nigeria and the wider region of the Sahel/West Africa.
- Sahel instability contributes to Nigerian terrorism.
- Dialogue resumes between ECOWAS and ASS, while UNSC reviews the political and security situation in the Sahel.
- Nigeria expressed concern over the security situation in Niger, noting that stability in Niger impacts the wider Sahel region.
Instability in Niger, linked to Russia's Africa Corps involvement, began affecting Nigeria's security perimeter.
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Updated Sep 1
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Instability in Niger, linked to Russia's Africa Corps involvement, began affecting Nigeria's security perimeter.
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- The Nigerian Army is responsible for defending Nigeria's territorial integrity and is involved in matters concerning Northern Nigeria.
- The Nigerian Army's structure has been aligned with the country's security environment.
- Russia's Africa Corps provided support to local forces in Niger, led by junta leader Abdourahamane Tchiani.
- Military operations are focused on border security issues with Niger, and the Governor urged the military to intensify operations against bandits.
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