The Chadian government has announced the immediate closure of its border with Nigeria, citing security concerns following growing rumours of a possible U.S. military operation in parts of West Africa.
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The development was disclosed by security analyst Zagazola Makama on Monday through his X handle, where he reported that President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno had ordered a complete military lockdown along the Nigerian border after intelligence suggested that suspected terrorist elements from northern Nigeria were attempting to cross into Chad.
According to military sources in N’Djamena, Chadian troops and armoured vehicles have been deployed across major border routes between the two countries, with the army placed on full alert.
President Déby reportedly warned that no armed group or foreign force would be allowed to enter Chadian territory “under any disguise.”
The move comes amid heightened regional tension and speculation about alleged U.S. military activities in West Africa.
