Nigeria, Chad To Strengthen Security Ties, Pledge Joint Action Against Terrorism

Deji Elumoye in Abuja

Nigeria on Thursday affirmed its commitment to strengthening security cooperation with neighbouring Chad Republic.
It also pledged renewed joint action to combat terrorism and banditry across the Lake Chad region.
President Bola Tinubu made this disclosure on behalf of the federal government while receiving in audience President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby, at the State House, Abuja, where both leaders held bilateral talks on regional security and collective strategies to address emerging threats.
Describing the visit as timely, the President said it provided an opportunity to reinforce bilateral ties and deepen collaboration in tackling insecurity affecting countries within the region.
According to Tinubu, Nigeria and Chad remain critical partners under the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), established to confront terrorism and other transnational threats in the Lake Chad Basin.
“Our discussions centred on the security challenges facing our region. Chad is a critical partner in the MNJTF, and together, we have resolved to combat terrorism, eliminate acts of terror and ensure the safety and sovereignty of our nations,” the President stated.
He stressed that both countries share a common responsibility to secure their borders and protect their citizens, noting that sustained cooperation among neighbouring states is essential for achieving lasting peace.
Tinubu also highlighted the longstanding relationship between Nigeria and Chad, saying both nations are building on the legacy of their predecessors to promote stability, economic growth and regional development.