Defence headquarters announces arrival of US troops in Bauchi

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The Defence Headquarters announced on Monday the arrival of about 100 United States military personnel at Bauchi Airfield to support the Nigerian Armed Forces. This development was confirmed by multiple reports.

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) made the announcement on Monday, February 16, 2026, regarding the arrival of approximately 100 United States military personnel. These personnel have been deployed to Bauchi Airfield specifically to support the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

Reports from Daily Trust detail that the US troops arrived to assist in military operations. A separate confirmation from ThisDayLive states that the DHQ verified the arrival of US forces for the purpose of supporting Nigeria's armed forces.

No further specifics on the nature of the support or duration of the deployment were provided in the available information. The event underscores ongoing military cooperation between Nigeria and the United States.

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