The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed claims by Turkish Ambassador-designate to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, that a new terrorist group, allegedly linked to the Fethullah Terrorist Organisation, is operating in Nigeria under the guise of educational and healthcare institutions.
The DHQ described the claim as unofficial and unverified, emphasizing that Nigeria is an independent nation capable of making its own decisions on security and counterterrorism matters.
Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, stated that Nigeria cannot be swayed by external commentary or claims that do not align with its own intelligence and national interest.
He reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to fighting terrorism on its own terms, guided by national priorities and internal intelligence.
