The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has expressed Nigeria’s desire to learn from Egypt’s effective counterterrorism efforts in North Sinai as a means to combat terrorism and banditry within the country.
According to the Minister, ”As you may be aware, Nigeria is also battling terrorism and banditry in certain parts of the country, and we are adopting methods similar to those employed by the Egyptian government. ”Currently, we have Nigerian military officers undergoing various levels of training in Egypt, and we count on the training they receive will impact on our operations,’’ he said.
”This victory in 1973 marked a turning point in Egypt’s history, as it resulted in the recovery of one of its vital territories. It is heartwarming to see that five decades later, Egypt still remains a formidable military might with a strong commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty,” he said.Drawing parallels between Egypt and Nigeria’s post-conflict rebuilding experiences, he said both nations have risen to become prominent African economies.
He expressed pride in Egypt’s African roots and the shared vision for a brighter future filled with peace and progress for both nations.