The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) of Nigeria has made it clear that the military does not negotiate with terrorists or pay ransoms to criminals. Their main goal is to eliminate all terrorists and anyone who threatens the safety of citizens in Nigeria. During a recent press briefing, Major General Samaila Uba, a spokesperson for the military, emphasized that the military focuses on direct actions (referred to as "kinetic operations") to combat these threats. While they also support other efforts to improve security in the community, they stand firm against any dialogue with terrorists or ransom payments. He also addressed concerns about the planned withdrawal of about 200 US military personnel, stating that this does not weaken the strong partnership between Nigeria and the United States. The military collaboration will continue, especially in areas like intelligence sharing and training, which are important for fighting terrorism. Overall, the Nigerian Armed Forces are committed to protecting the country and its people, and they want the public to understand that changes in foreign military presence do not mean a decline in security cooperation.
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