“Russia is ready to continue offering the necessary support to its Nigerian partners,” Zakharova said, stressing that Nigeria’s armed forces and law enforcement agencies have “accumulated significant experience in effectively countering terrorist threats.”
She also highlighted the continued suffering of civilians, particularly women and children, who remain the most affected by attacks, alongside government and security personnel. Nigeria has faced persistent violence from armed groups, including Boko Haram, which has operated in Borno State since 2002. Despite significant military operations in 2015, the group remains active.
Recent attacks on schools have forced authorities to close educational institutions in multiple states. Rising security concerns also led President Bola Tinubu to cancel a planned trip to South Africa for the G20 summit earlier this month.