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PHOTOS: Army chief visits Sultan of Sokoto after US airstrikes

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Friday, December 26, 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, at his palace in Sokoto State.

The army confirmed this via a post on X on Saturday.

The visit comes after the airstrikes launched by the United States military on terrorists in Sokoto State.

The army described the visit as the renewed commitment to strengthening civil–military relations and fostering collaboration with traditional institutions in support of national unity, peace, and security.

US airstrikes hit terrorists — Sokoto govt

During the visit, Shaibu reaffirmed the resolve of the Nigerian Army to work closely with community leaders to promote stability and coexistence across Nigeria.

Sultan, on his part, commended the Nigerian Army for its sacrifices and continued efforts in safeguarding lives and property, and prayed for sustained success in its constitutional responsibilities.

See the pictures below:

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