The Government of Chad has ordered an immediate shutdown of its border with Nigeria following rising security concerns linked to rumors of possible U.S. troop movements in parts of West Africa.
Military sources in N’Djamena confirmed on Monday that President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno directed the closure after intelligence reports suggested that militant groups from Northern Nigeria were attempting to move into Chad.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama revealed that Chadian forces, including armored vehicles, have been stationed along major entry points from Nigeria, with all troops placed on high alert. President Déby is said to have issued a stern warning, stating that “no armed group or foreign force will be allowed to enter Chadian soil under any disguise.”
The border shutdown follows increasing tension across the region, as rumors continue to circulate regarding U.S. military activities in the Sahel.
Experts say Chad’s decision is a preventive measure designed to secure its territory and block potential infiltration by militants looking to take advantage of recent instability.