Nigeria and Chad Affirm Military Partnership to Eradicate Terrorism in Lake Chad Region

President Tinubu and President Mahamat Idriss Déby meet in Abuja to strengthen security cooperation and joint military action in the Lake Chad region.

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Published: Apr 3, 2026, 4:41 AM EDT

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Bilateral Talks on Regional Security

In a high-level diplomatic meeting at the State House in Abuja, Nigeria and Chad have formally reaffirmed their commitment to a robust security partnership. President Bola Tinubu hosted Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby on Thursday to discuss escalating threats in the Sahel and the Lake Chad Basin. The leaders focused on synchronizing their military strategies to address the evolving tactics of terrorist organizations and bandit groups that have historically exploited the porous borders between the two nations. President Tinubu described the visit as a timely intervention to deepen collaboration and ensure the safety of citizens across the region.

The Role of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF)

A central pillar of the discussions was the continued relevance and strengthening of the MNJTF. Established as a collective defense mechanism, the task force remains the primary instrument for confronting Boko Haram and other transnational insurgencies. Both presidents resolved to eliminate acts of terror through better intelligence sharing and coordinated field operations. By reinforcing the MNJTF, Nigeria and Chad aim to project a unified front that discourages cross-border incursions and protects the territorial sovereignty of member states.

Shared Responsibility and Border Control

President Tinubu emphasized that securing national borders is a mutual responsibility that cannot be achieved in isolation. The dialogue underscored the need for sustained cooperation among all neighboring states in the Lake Chad region to achieve lasting peace. Beyond immediate military action, the talks touched upon the logistical requirements for effective border policing and the technology needed to monitor remote areas. The leaders agreed that a failure to secure these transit points would continue to facilitate the illicit flow of arms and the displacement of vulnerable populations.