Trump's Claimed ISIL Victory Raises Questions on African Operations The recent announcement by President Donald Trump that Abu Bilal al Minuki, allegedly the second in command of ISIL globally, has been killed in a joint operation with Nigerian forces has sparked questions about the true nature of US Nigerian cooperation and its implications for regional security.
The US has long maintained that its Africa Command (AFRICOM) is focused on combating terrorist groups such as Al Qaeda and ISIL.
However, recent developments suggest that Washington's interests may extend beyond counter terrorism.