The Government of Chad has announced the immediate closure of its border with Nigeria, citing escalating security threats and reports of alleged U.S. military activities in West Africa.
According to a report by Zagazola Makama, President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno issued a directive ordering a complete military lockdown along the Nigerian border after intelligence indicated that terrorist elements from northern Nigeria might attempt to cross into Chadian territory.
Military officials in N’Djamena confirmed that the Chadian Armed Forces have been placed on full alert, deployed troops and armored vehicles across major border routes connecting the two nations.
President Déby emphasized the government’s firm stance on national sovereignty, declaring that “no armed group or foreign force will be allowed to enter Chadian soil under any disguise.”
The border shutdown comes amid heightened regional tensions and growing speculation over U.S. military plans in West Africa. Security analysts described the move as a preventive measure aimed at protecting Chad’s borders and preventing infiltration by armed groups exploiting regional instability.
