Unverified reports circulating on social media on Tuesday have claimed that massive U.S. airstrikes were allegedly carried out on terrorist hideouts in parts of Kaduna State, Nigeria, triggering widespread reactions and controversy online.
According to the claims, at least three suspected terrorist camps were bombed before Nigerian security forces reportedly moved in to conduct follow-up operations. Some posts further alleged that a prominent cleric’s residence in Kaduna was destroyed during the strikes, while attributing the action to a broader international counter-terrorism effort described as a “New Year gift to terrorists.”
The reports have fueled heated debates, particularly against the backdrop of ongoing criticism of Sheikh Ahmad Gumi over his public calls for dialogue with armed groups in the North. Critics argue that while negotiations are being advocated by some, decisive military action is what is urgently needed to curb terrorism and insecurity.
However, as of the time of filing this report, there has been no official confirmation from the United States government, the Nigerian Federal Government, or the Nigerian military regarding any U.S. airstrikes on Nigerian soil. Security analysts have also cautioned that such operations would represent a major geopolitical development requiring formal acknowledgment.
Observers have urged the public to treat the claims with caution and await verified statements from relevant authorities. The Nigerian government has previously stated that counter-terrorism operations within the country are conducted by Nigerian forces, sometimes with intelligence and technical support from international partners, but not unilateral foreign airstrikes.
The development highlights growing public frustration over insecurity in northern Nigeria and the deep divisions over how best to address terrorism—through dialogue, military force, or a combination of both.
For now, Nigerians are watching closely, awaiting clarity from official channels as the debate over security strategy, accountability, and foreign involvement continues.
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