The US soldiers will not have a battle role, operate under the full command authority of Nigeria’s military
The US has sent 100 military troops to northern Nigeria aiming to train and advise local forces after a deadly threats rise from anti state armed groups such as Boko Haram and ISIL (ISIS)-linked factions. “Samaila Uba”, Nigeria’s Defence Headquarters spokesman, confirmed the US troops’ arrival in the northeastern area of Bauchi. They will provide “technical support” and “intelligence sharing” to help target and defeat “terrorist organizations”. The US also sent “associated equipment” to support the mission. A bit more stressed Uba expressed that the US soldiers will not play a direct combat role, but will share technical expertise under the full command authority of Nigerian forces.
