Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Gabriel Osa
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops to the neighboring Benin Republic to support a regional peace mission, citing constitutional authority under Section 5, Part 2 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The swift legislative approval reflects the urgency of ensuring stability and preventing potential humanitarian crises in the subregion.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio emphasized that the expeditious endorsement of the troop deployment demonstrates Nigeria’s commitment to regional peace and security. He noted that the move is designed to stabilize volatile areas and provide support for humanitarian and peacekeeping operations coordinated with Beninese authorities and regional partners.
The decision comes amid rising security concerns across parts of West Africa, including cross-border threats, insurgency, and the risk of civilian displacement. By authorizing the deployment, Nigeria signals its willingness to actively engage in regional security matters while fulfilling its role as a leading actor in West African diplomacy and peacekeeping initiatives.
Lawmakers noted that the deployment aligns with Nigeria’s foreign policy objectives, emphasizing regional cooperation, crisis prevention, and the protection of civilian populations. Senators highlighted that such interventions, when conducted in accordance with international law and constitutional provisions, enhance Nigeria’s credibility in supporting peace and stability in neighboring states.
The Senate’s approval is widely regarded as a timely measure to preempt potential escalation of conflict and mitigate the risk of humanitarian crises. Officials reaffirmed that deployed troops will operate under strict rules of engagement, in coordination with local authorities and regional security frameworks, to ensure the protection of civilians and the restoration of peace.
Observers have praised the move as a proactive step toward regional stability, noting that Nigeria’s involvement in peace missions historically contributes to diplomatic influence and strengthens multilateral cooperation in conflict‑prone areas of West Africa.
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