Niger’s President Tiani lied on alleged French Military Base establishment in Borno
Recent statements attributed to the President of Niger alleging the establishment of a French military base in Borno, Nigeria, under a company referred to as CANADA, have continued to raise significant concerns.
However, thorough investigations and reports from Zagazola has contradict these claims, indicating a lack of truth in the allegations.
First and foremost, the assertion that French forces are operating in areas like Kurnawa, Kangarwa, and Dogon Chikun is unfounded.
These regions are known to be occupied by ISWAP (Islamic State West Africa Province) terrorists, who have been actively terrorizing local populations.
Zagazola reports have consistently highlighted the ongoing rivalries and clashes between ISWAP and Boko Haram in these areas, with no credible evidence supporting the presence of foreign military forces.
Furthermore, Zagazola also has his sources embedded in every nooks and crannies of Northern Borno including the terrorists camps, but none has collaborated the claim of a French base being established in Borno state. Besides the Governor of Borno state is a man of integrity and will not allow such to happen under his state without raising an alarm.
Additionally, claims that local populations in Monguno and Baga are being recruited into terrorism with the knowledge of Nigerian authorities are misleading. While there may be concerns about recruitment into militant groups by the terrorists themselves, attributing this to foreign military involvement lacks substantiation. Local dynamics and the influence of terror groups are complex and cannot be oversimplified by suggesting external forces are responsible.
The areas mentioned by the Nigerien President are currently facing severe environmental challenges, including heavy flooding and insect infestations, which make them largely uninhabitable. These conditions further complicate any claims of a stable military presence or recruitment activities in these locations.