Turkey shares counterterrorism expertise with Nigeria
Turkish Ambassador Mehmet Poroy states Türkiye has special interest in Nigeria due to shared terrorism challenges. Both nations face Boko Haram and ISWAP, with Nigeria's success crucial for West African stability. Türkiye offers experience, resources, and defense industry cooperation to support Nigeria's fight against terrorism. Nigeria's status as West Africa's largest economy and population of 230 million also drives strategic partnership. Historical ties date to Ottoman-Kanem-Bornu Empire contacts, with embassy established in 1960.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/02/19/why-turkey-has-special-interest-in-nigeria-envoy/