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US MILITARY SUBMITS STRATEGY FOR INTERVENTION IN NIGERIA AS GLOBAL ATTENTION FOCUSES ON CHRISTIAN PERSECUTION.
By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
6- NOV- 2025
The United States military has reportedly developed strategic plans for potential action in Nigeria following directives from President Donald Trump, who has strongly condemned what he described as widespread persecution and killings of Christians in the country. This development comes amid heightened global concern over rising insecurity, religious violence, and the inability of the Nigerian government to decisively curb extremist attacks.
Reports from international media, including The New York Times, reveal that the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) has submitted multiple operational options to the U.S. Department of War under the supervision of Secretary Pete Hegseth. These measures were prepared as part of President Trump’s directive to ensure that Christians and other vulnerable groups in Nigeria receive protection from extremist and terror-driven violence.
Military officials disclosed that one of the more moderate proposals, termed the “light option,” focuses on partner-supported operations with the Nigerian government. Under this plan, U.S. military and diplomatic experts would work alongside Nigerian forces to identify and strike terrorist networks—most notably Boko Haram, ISWAP, and other jihadist groups responsible for bombings, kidnappings, and massacres of civilians across several northern and central regions.
According to U.S. officials, the primary objective of any proposed plan is to provide protection for Christian communities, dismantle Islamist insurgent strongholds, and support long-term stability in Nigeria. President Trump has consistently argued that Christian lives are under serious threat in Nigeria, insisting that inaction would be morally unacceptable.
Last week, President Trump reiterated his position, warning that U.S. military action against Nigeria could be “fast, vicious, and sweet” if the government fails to protect its citizens. He also officially designated Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern (CPC),” triggering sanctions, including the suspension of arms sales and technical military support to the Nigerian government. This decision followed calls by conservative U.S. lawmakers and religious freedom advocates who accuse Nigerian authorities of ignoring attacks on Christian communities.
President Trump maintained that the United States “cannot stand by while atrocities are committed,” affirming his readiness to defend Christian populations globally. He stressed that America has both the power and responsibility to act when peaceful citizens, especially Christians, are continuously targeted.
While reviewing AFRICOM’s plans, the U.S. Department of War is reportedly weighing the operational, diplomatic, and regional implications of any form of intervention. Analysts have raised concerns about the complex nature of Nigeria’s security challenges, which are influenced not only by religious tensions but also by ethnic rivalry, land disputes, and socio-political unrest.
In regions like the Middle Belt, conflicts between farmers and herders have escalated into violent confrontations, often intensified by religious undertones. Similarly, extremist groups such as Boko Haram and ISWAP have attacked both Christians and Muslims, razed communities, abducted schoolchildren, and bombed places of worship.
Historical examples underline the scale of the crisis. In 2017, more than 50 worshippers were killed when a bomb exploded inside a mosque in Mubi, Adamawa State. In 2018, a similar attack in the same state claimed nearly 90 lives. Despite this, global concern remains particularly focused on attacks against Christian villages, churches, and missionaries.
Retired U.S. Army General Paul Eaton cautioned that a full-scale military intervention, similar to Iraq or Afghanistan, could lead to unintended consequences. He warned that such an approach might “cause more chaos than resolution,” describing it metaphorically as “pounding a pillow”—dramatic in impact but ineffective in delivering sustainable peace.
The “heavy option” within the U.S. plan reportedly involves long-range bombers and aircraft carrier groups positioned in the Gulf of Guinea. However, officials admit that the U.S. Navy’s carrier availability is limited, with major assets already committed to operations in the Pacific, Middle East, and Caribbean.
Drone strike options also face geographical challenges. Following the U.S. withdrawal from its airbases in Agadez and Niamey, Niger—which are now under Russian presence—the nearest drone deployment locations are southern Europe and Djibouti in East Africa.
Even the lighter, collaborative approach is complicated by the absence of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), which was dissolved earlier in the year. USAID traditionally plays a crucial role in civilian protection, humanitarian relief, and stabilization programs in conflict zones.
Despite these challenges, many international observers and Christian advocacy groups agree that the crisis in Nigeria warrants urgent attention. They argue that the rising deaths, destruction of churches, and displacement of Christians should no longer be dismissed or minimized.
While the Nigerian government has denied allegations of religious persecution, stating that terrorism affects all citizens regardless of faith, debate continues both locally and internationally. For many, the calls for global action—whether diplomatic or military—reflect the desperation of communities who feel unheard and unprotected.
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Bosso replaces Danjuma as Imo Police Command CP
The Imo State Police Command, Owerri, has a new Police Commissioner in the person of Audu Garba Bosso, who replaced Aboki Danjuma, the outgoing Police Commissioner. Danjuma was recently promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) and posted to Force Headquarters, Abuja.
Upon assumption of duty, CP Bosso called on sister security agencies, stakeholders, and all residents to collaborate with the police in tackling crime and social vices.
He stressed that community-based policing, intelligence-led operations, and a people-friendly approach will guide his administration, with strict adherence to the rule of law and respect for human rights.
In a brief biography made available to journalists by the Command’s spokesperson, Henry Okoye, it was revealed that CP Bosso was born on December 31, 1967, in Bosso, Niger State.
He enlisted into the Nigeria Police Force on June 10, 1994, as a Cadet ASP, Course 18/1994.
Revealing his academic history, Okoye stated that CP Bosso holds an NCE in Geography/Biology, a B.Sc.Ed in Biology, and an M.Sc in Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He is also a member of the National Institute of Policing Studies (MNIPS).
In the course of his career, he has attended key professional courses, including PMF Mobile Training School, Citizenship and Leadership Course, Community Policing Course, TLCC, and SLCC, which have shaped his strategic and community-oriented policing philosophy.
The command’s spokesperson added that before his recent deployment to Imo State, CP Bosso served as DPO in over twenty-two divisions nationwide across Sokoto and Kwara State Commands, including Bale Gudu, Dange-Shuni, Wamako, and Kebbe Divisions in Sokoto State, as well as ‘B’ Division, Surulere, Ilorin, Kwara State Command, among others.
“He also held strategic appointments across several state commands, which include: CSP Administration, Kwara State Command; 2i/c Ilorin Metro Area Command, Kwara; 2i/c CID, Katsina State Command; AC Provost Marshal, Force Headquarters, Abuja; Area Commander, Saki, Oyo State Command; Area Commander, Ikere-Ekiti, Ekiti State Command; ACP Administration, Enugu State Command; Area Commander, Iyekogba, Edo State Command; Director CPTU, Police Service Commission, Jos; Director Finance & Administration, POLAC Wudil, Kano State; DCP G.I FCID Annex, Gombe State; DCP Operations, Borno State Command; and CP G.I FCID Annex, Kaduna State, before his posting to Imo State,” Okoye stated.
The new Commissioner has called on all Imo residents to actively partner with the Police and other security agencies through timely information sharing and participation in community policing initiatives, assuring the public of his commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining peace, and fostering a people-friendly policing culture across the state.
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After Bitten To De@th By Snake, Another Snake Reportedly Found Under Ambulance Carrying Nanyah’s Remains Back Home
A London-based teacher and culture ambassador, Uche Nworah, has shared a shocking incident that reportedly occurred while the remains of late singer Ifunanya Nwangene popularly known as Nanyah, were being transported to Enugu.
Nworah, who claims to have been Facebook friends with Ifunanya’s uncle for years, revealed details he says were shared directly by her uncle during a phone conversation.
Contrary to earlier reports circulating on social media, Nworah clarified that Ifunanya did not reside on the ground floor of her Abuja apartment but on the second floor.
This, he noted, raises questions about how snakes could have accessed her living space, as ground-floor access via drains or toilets would not apply.
According to Nworah, the ambulance carrying Ifunanya’s body broke down while en route to Enugu, in line with her father’s wishes.
The breakdown caused a delay as a replacement vehicle had to be called to continue the transport.
While waiting for the replacement ambulance, a snake was reportedly found under the broken-down vehicle.
Sharing the uncle’s account on Facebook, Nworah wrote:
“…Beyond social media claims, I received a call from Ifunanya’s uncle, who has been my Facebook friend for many years. During our conversation, he made disclosures that some may consider disturbing, while others may view them as mere coincidences.
He stated that contrary to widespread reports on social media, Ifunanya did not live on the ground floor of her residence but on the second floor. This raises questions about how snakes could have gained access to her apartment. Had she lived on the ground floor, one might argue that the snakes entered through drainage systems or toilets, but this explanation appears less straightforward given that she lived on the second floor.
He further recounted a strange incident that occurred while her body was being transported to Enugu State in an ambulance, in accordance with her father’s wishes. According to him, the ambulance conveying her remains broke down along the Abuja Expressway, necessitating calling for a replacement vehicle. During the wait he said, a snake was discovered beneath the broken-down ambulance and was subsequently killed.
While these incidents may be entirely unrelated and purely coincidental, they nonetheless raise questions and leave room for reflection.”
The revelation has sparked discussion online, with many questioning the unusual events surrounding the singer’s death.
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FMINO PRESS RELEASE: CAC AT 35 YEARS HAS BECOME A PILLAR OF NIGERIA’S ECONOMIC CREDIBILITY – INFORMATION MINISTER
The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transparency, institutional reform, and ease of doing business, describing effective inter-agency collaboration as critical to the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Minister made this known while receiving the Registrar-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN, who led the delegation of the Commission on a courtesy visit to the Ministry ahead of the Commission’s 35th anniversary celebration (CAC@35).
Idris commended the Corporate Affairs Commission for what he described as remarkable institutional reforms that have repositioned the Commission as “a key driver of Nigeria’s business environment and economic credibility.” He noted that CAC’s transformation, particularly through technology and digitisation, aligns strongly with the Federal Government’s broader reform agenda.
The Minister praised CAC’s role in improving the ease of doing business, strengthening corporate governance, and enhancing investor confidence, stressing that such reforms are vital to national development. He also acknowledged the Commission’s contribution to Nigeria’s recent delisting from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, describing it as a major milestone that reflects growing global confidence in Nigeria’s regulatory and transparency frameworks.
According to him, the progress recorded under the Tinubu administration, including rising foreign reserves, easing inflation, improved investor confidence, and economic stabilisation, cannot be fully told without recognising the role of reform-driven institutions such as the Corporate Affairs Commission.
The Minister further encouraged CAC to intensify public engagement and advocacy to ensure Nigerians are fully informed about the Commission’s innovations, services, and achievements. He assured the Commission of the Ministry’s support in amplifying its reforms and programmes through strategic communication and public enlightenment.
Earlier, the Registrar-General of CAC, Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, SAN, said the courtesy visit was to formally invite the Honourable Minister to the Commission’s 35th anniversary celebration and to present a scorecard of reforms achieved under the current administration.
He explained that CAC has transitioned from a largely manual, location-bound registry to a fully digital, technology-driven institution, with services now accessible in real time from anywhere in the country. He disclosed that the Commission has expanded its digital offerings from 33 services to over 100 online services, deployed artificial intelligence for business name reservation and registration, and introduced Application Programming Interface (API) services to support banks, embassies, security agencies, and other institutions.
The Registrar-General highlighted the operationalisation of the Beneficial Ownership Register, noting that it has strengthened transparency, boosted investor confidence, and positioned Nigeria as a global reference point for corporate disclosure. He added that CAC’s reforms have helped bring over four million informal businesses into the tax net, improved security by registering POS operators, and supported small and medium-scale enterprises through free business registrations in partnership with relevant agencies.
He also announced the Commission’s upcoming partnership with Google to further strengthen its digital infrastructure and service delivery, as well as the launch of an AI-powered public support platform to guide users on corporate and regulatory matters.
He thanked the Honourable Minister for the warm reception and support, and formally invited him to the CAC@35 anniversary celebration scheduled for February 9, 2026.
The event was attended by the Permanent Secretary of Information and National Orientation, Mr Ogbodo Chinasa Nnam, Director National Archives, Dr. Evelyn Odigboh, Director Public Relations and Protocol, Dr. Haruna Suleiman, and the Special Assistant, Administration to the Honourable Minister, Dr. Sunday Baba, fnipr.
Rabiu Ibrahim
Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
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