Things just got real between the US and Nigeria, or at least, that’s how it feels online right now.
A US soldier posted a video that’s causing a stir across social media, and it comes right on the heels of Donald Trump‘s shocking statement about potentially invading Nigeria.
Trump posted on Truth Social calling on the US Department of War to prepare for possible military action against Nigeria.
His reason on the killings of Christians happening in parts of the country.
The statement sent shockwaves through diplomatic channels and lit up the internet with debate about American intervention and international sovereignty.
Enter @allie_gold, a female US military member who decided to weigh in, and not quietly.
In her uniform, smiling at the camera, she asked, “Nigerian army, are you all ready for us? We’re coming.”
Was it a joke? A serious warning? Nobody’s quite sure, but the video blew up fast.
Nigerians and Americans alike are in the comments, some laughing it off, others genuinely concerned about where this tension is heading.
Whether or not Trump’s threat is serious, Nigeria isn’t sitting idle.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu just declared a state of emergency on all security training institutions across the country.
Translation: Nigeria’s military and security forces are getting a serious upgrade.
The problem? Many of Nigeria’s training facilities are outdated, poorly equipped, and inconsistent in their standards. Tinubu wants that fixed, now.
His directive covers the Nigeria Police Force, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and other security agencies.
The plan includes digital training tools, updated curricula, and modern infrastructure.
Agencies have 30 days to submit detailed reports on their current state, and a special fund will be set up to finance the reconstruction.
