Nigerian government deploys troops to Benin Republic amid

In early 2024, the Nigerian government announced the deployment of troops to the neighboring Benin Republic to help secure the border amid rising concerns over cross‑border banditry, illegal migration and the spill‑over of insurgent activity. The move was coordinated with Benin’s authorities and framed as a temporary, joint‑security operation aimed at stabilising the region and protecting both countries’ citizens. Views Nigeria