Nigeria’s fight against terrorism received renewed diplomatic backing on Monday as the United World Congress of Diplomats (UN-WCD) commended the growing military cooperation between Nigeria and the United States, describing the joint operations as strategic, disciplined, and increasingly effective in weakening terror networks.
Gatekeepers News reports that the commendation was delivered in Abuja during the presentation of an Assessment Report on the Ongoing War Against Terrorism in Nigeria, jointly organised by the UN-WCD and the International Institute of Experts on Political Economy and Administration (IIEPEA).
Presenting the report, the Secretary-General of UN-WCD, H.E. Amb. Prof. Tunji John Asaolu, said the Nigeria–US security partnership has significantly enhanced counter-terrorism operations across major conflict flashpoints while adhering strictly to international rules of engagement.
According to Asaolu, despite the scale and intensity of recent joint military actions, no civilian casualties have been recorded, a development he described as a strong indication of professionalism, accountability, and operational discipline by both forces.
“We commend the United States military and the Nigerian Ministry of Defence for the successes recorded so far,” Asaolu said. “The collaboration has weakened terrorist structures and improved operational coordination.”
While acknowledging the progress made, the diplomatic body noted that isolated attacks, including a recent bandit assault in Kasuwan-Daji, Niger State, highlight the need for sustained military pressure, intelligence-driven operations, and institutional strengthening to fully dismantle terrorist networks.
The UN-WCD also praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for demonstrating strong political will in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges, urging continued strategic alignment within the country’s defence architecture to consolidate gains achieved through international cooperation.
As part of its recommendations, the organisation called on the President to consider redeploying the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, to another portfolio, arguing that such a move would enhance public confidence, accountability, and operational efficiency in the ongoing war against terrorism.
The diplomats clarified that the recommendation was not punitive, but intended to reinforce ethical governance, strengthen institutional credibility, and ensure that Nigeria’s expanding international security partnerships deliver decisive and lasting outcomes.
“The integrity of Nigeria’s defence institutions is non-negotiable,” Asaolu said, adding that sustained international support — particularly the Nigeria–US military alliance — remains critical to achieving total victory over terrorism.
Meanwhile, in a related development, US Congressman Rep. Riley Moore has also commended Nigeria’s cooperation with the United States in combating terrorism. Speaking during an interview on Fox News, Moore said Washington remains committed to working with Nigeria to ensure that the persecution of Christians by ISIS and affiliated extremist groups is brought to an end.
