PHOTOS: UK defence deputy chief visits Maiduguri to strengthen military ties

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The United Kingdom’s Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff, Lt Gen Sir Charlie Collins, has arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, for a high-level assessment of bilateral defence cooperation with the Nigerian Army.

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The British Defence Staff West Africa announced the visit in a post on its offìicial X handle on Tuesday.

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According to the military, the visit underscoresǰ the UK’s ongoing support for Nigeria-led initiatives aimed at enhancing security and promoting regional stability in West Africa amid persistent threats from terrorism and insurgency.

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“Welcome to Nigeria, Lt Gen Sir Charlie Collins KBE DSO, UK Deputy CDS (MSO).

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“In Maiduguri with @HQNigerianArmy colleagues, seeing UK-Nigeria defence cooperation first-hand and supporting Nigeria-led efforts to strengthen security and regional stability,” the post read.

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Images from the visit show a formal military guards of honour ceremony for Collins.

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Picture also shows ceremonial handshakes and plaque exchanges between UK and Nigerian officers.

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This latest engagement comes as Nigeria enhances its transnational cooperation in the fight against banditry and terrorism, particularly in the northern region.

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See pictures of the visit below:

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