Alhaji Alhassan Yaryasa, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State and former coordinator of the Tinubu Campaign Organization, has called on President Bola Tinubu to accept Russia’s offer of military assistance to bolster Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. Yaryasa emphasized that Russia possesses the military capability to assist Nigeria in combating terrorism and broader security challenges.
Russia has recently expressed its willingness to support Nigeria’s counterterrorism efforts by sharing new techniques developed during its operations and providing a full range of military support. This offer includes sharing counter-terrorism strategies and providing weapons and expertise to counter insurgency.
Yaryasa believes that accepting Russia’s offer could significantly enhance Nigeria’s capacity to address its security challenges. He urges the federal government to consider this opportunity to strengthen the nation’s defense against terrorism.
The call for Russian military support comes amid ongoing efforts by the Nigerian government to combat terrorism and insurgency within its borders. Collaborations with international partners have been a part of Nigeria’s strategy to enhance its security apparatus.
As discussions continue, the federal government will need to weigh the potential benefits and implications of accepting foreign military assistance in its ongoing fight against terrorism.
