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Nigeria Opens Door to US Aid, Citing Respect for Territorial Integrity
Nigeria welcomes U.S. assistance to combat terrorism, provided its territorial integrity is respected, following President Donald Trump's threat of military action against armed groups in the country.
Nigeria has expressed willingness to accept assistance from the US in combating terrorism and armed groups, provided that its territorial integrity is respected, following a warning of potential military action by former US President Donald Trump. The comments came amid heightened tensions between Nigeria and the US over human rights concerns. In recent weeks, the Nigerian government has been accused of committing abuses against civilians under the guise of fighting Boko Haram rebels. Diplomatic relations have strained since the US withdrew its support for the African Leadership Forum in 2017.
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