During a meeting with state governors in Lagos, President Bola Tinubu announced that Nigeria has secured a collaboration with France for military equipment and training. This development follows his phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, where the two leaders discussed the pressing need for enhanced security measures in Nigeria, particularly in combating terrorism. Tinubu emphasized the importance of leveraging existing goodwill and credit lines to acquire the necessary resources for Nigerian security forces.

The announcement comes shortly after Tinubu returned from a state visit to the UK, which also underscored Nigeria's international engagement on security issues. Tinubu expressed optimism about enhancing Nigeria's military capabilities through partnerships with countries that have previously worked with Nigeria. He indicated that these efforts are crucial for addressing the security challenges facing the nation, particularly in the context of rising terrorist activities.

Furthermore, Tinubu is actively seeking collaborations with other nations in addition to France, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria's defense forces. He described these efforts as 'frantic' and essential for ensuring a safer environment for Nigerians. This partnership with France could potentially lead to more extensive military support and training initiatives that aim to fortify the nation’s counter-terrorism strategies.