Real reason US withdrew troops from Nigeria – Military spokesperson

The Nigerian military has explained why the United States has begun withdrawing some of its troops from Nigeria.

Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the deployment of about 200 US soldiers to Nigeria was linked to operational and counterterrorism activities.

Uba explained that the decision to reduce the number of US personnel was part of the changing nature of the security partnership between both countries.

He, however, said the withdrawal would not end the cooperation between Nigeria and the United States.

According to him, key areas of the partnership, including intelligence cooperation, training and information sharing, will continue.

Recall that in early 2026, the United States deployed 200 troops to Nigeria for a limited counterterrorism mission, and the planned withdrawal will see the main body leave by late September, while a smaller advisory and intelligence team will remain behind.

Very Nigerian reports that the United States was set to withdraw about 200 American troops from Nigeria.

Reacting to the development, Uba said the Nigerian military has been consistent in maintaining responsibility for the defence of Nigeria, stressing that the protection of Nigerian citizens rests primarily with the country’s security forces.

He pointed out that the cooperation between the Nigerian Armed Forces and the United States is aimed at boosting their capabilities through intelligence sharing, training and other areas.

The defence spokesman further asserted that the Nigeria-United States partnership has resulted in a robust fight against terrorism and other transnational security threats.

“The decision to withdraw the 200 troops from Nigeria is part of the evolving nature of that engagement,” he said.

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