The Government of Chad has announced the immediate closure of its border with Nigeria, citing heightened security concerns following reports of alleged activities of U.S. forces in parts of West Africa.
Military sources in N’Djamena told security analyst Zagazola Makama that the order came directly from President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, who directed a full military lockdown along the Nigerian border after intelligence suggested that terrorist elements from northern Nigeria were planning to cross into Chadian territory.
According to Zagazola Makama, the Chadian army has been placed on full alert, with soldiers and armored vehicles deployed along major routes connecting Nigeria and Chad.
President Déby was quoted as saying, “no armed group or foreign force would be allowed to enter Chad under any disguise.”
The border closure comes amid heightened regional tensions and growing speculation about alleged U.S. military operations in parts of West Africa.
Security experts believe Chad’s decision is a proactive measure to safeguard its borders against infiltration by armed militants who might take advantage of ongoing regional instability.
