Former Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), has implored thr United States President, Donald Trump, to support Nigeria’s battle against insecurity rather than issuing threats that could negatively affects the country’s sovereignty.
He said the United States must remain a dependable ally in the global fight against terrorism.
He spoke from London, noting that Nigeria continues to confront insurgency, banditry and other violent crimes requiring international collaboration.
He said:“We expect our friends in the international community, especially the United States, to assist us in strengthening security.Threats or actions that question our sovereignty will not help our situation.”
He warned that escalating threats could worsen tensions and undermine ongoing military operations by Nigerian security forces.
“What Nigeria needs is cooperation, advanced technology, better intelligence sharing and stronger bilateral coordination,” he stated.
“We welcome support, but it must respect our constitutional governance and independence.”
He emphasized that Nigeria values its longstanding relationship with the United States but insisted such support must reinforce stability rather than provoke confrontation.
“We cherish our partnership with the U.S., but true partnership is built on mutual respect,” he said.