Nigeria is preparing to buy Russian weapons to counter Boko Haram
In particular, Washington decided not to send helicopters to Nigeria Cobra. After the American-British refusal, Nigeria turned to Russia for help. About this with reference to the consulting group Damina Advicers reports Nigerian news English channel Channels TV.
It is reported that Russia and Nigeria have begun to discuss the topic of a contract for the supply of Russian weapons in an African country. In addition, the provision of assistance to the Nigerian army by the direction of Russian military advisers is being discussed. It says that the Nigerian authorities decided to abandon further military cooperation with the United States.
Between Nigeria and the United States acted agreement on the creation and implementation of a program to counter the terrorist group "Boko Haram." Accidentally, it coincided or not, but after the start of the implementation of this program (at the suggestion of the American side), the activity of radical Islamists in Nigeria only increased.
For reference: Nigeria is a state with a population of about 172 million; OPEC member; one of the largest exporters of oil.
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