Nigerian Army Chief Visits Sultan of Sokoto to Strengthen Ties Amid Rising Insecurity

Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, visited the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, to reinforce civil–military collaboration amid heightened insecurity in northern Nigeria. Shaibu emphasized the importance of community involvement and working with traditional institutions to enhance national security. The Sultan commended the Army’s efforts while urging respect for human rights and stronger civilian engagement. The visit follows the US Christmas Day airstrike on ISIS bases in Sokoto, carried out at Nigeria’s request, highlighting ongoing security challenges in remote regions.