President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening security cooperation with neighbouring Chad, pledging renewed joint action to combat terrorism and banditry across the Lake Chad region.

Tinubu made this known on Thursday while receiving the President of Chad, Mahamat Idriss Déby, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, where both leaders held talks focused on regional security and collective strategies to address emerging threats.

Describing the visit as timely, Tinubu said it provided an opportunity to reinforce bilateral ties and deepen collaboration in tackling insecurity affecting countries within the region.

According to him, Nigeria and Chad remain critical partners under the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), established to confront terrorism and other transnational threats in the Lake Chad Basin.

“Our discussions centred on the security challenges facing our region. Chad is a critical partner in the MNJTF, and together, we have resolved to combat terrorism, eliminate acts of terror and ensure the safety and sovereignty of our nations,” the President said.

He stressed that both countries share a common responsibility to secure their borders and protect their citizens, noting that sustained cooperation among neighbouring states is essential for achieving lasting peace.

Tinubu also highlighted the longstanding relationship between Nigeria and Chad, saying both nations are building on the legacy of their predecessors to promote stability, economic growth and regional development.