AfricaBandits Constrain Nigeria to Seeks Return of ‘Africom’By Lisa Vives, Global Information NetworkNEW YORK (IDN) — Early Pentagon plans for a US military command based in Africa were once firmly rejected by almost every country on the continent. The “bandits” have displaced thousands of residents and killed thousands of soldiers and civilians. Further, should the AFRICOM headquarters move, it is unlikely—if not impossible—that it would be to Africa with its logistical challenges. Nigerians must rededicate themselves to the "Nigeria project"—building a multi-ethnic, democratic society, the Conference urged in their recent statement. [IDN-InDepthNews – 11 May 2021]Photo: The Senegal Special Forces during the pass and review of the 45th Navy Day Anniversary Parade.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 12, 2021 00:21 UTC