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USAFRICOM: Tinubu meets with American commander over terrorist attacks

The meeting was attended by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the service chiefs.

• February 9, 2026
Tinubu with service chiefs
Tinubu with service chiefs [Photo Credit: Twtter]

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday received the commander of the United States Africa Command, Dagvin Anderson, and his delegation at the State House, Abuja.

The meeting was attended by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the service chiefs.

Also present was the charge d’affaires of the U.S. embassy in Nigeria, Keith Heffern.

Discussions focused on strengthening Nigeria-U.S. relations, particularly in security cooperation and regional stability.

The talks also reviewed ongoing efforts to address shared security challenges across Africa.

(NAN)

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