Deadly Ambush in Nigeria Highlights Global Security Failures and Risks to American Interests

In the rugged and volatile terrain of Nigeria’s northwest, a deadly ambush claimed the lives of eight security personnel—five police officers and three paramilitary members—in Zamfara state’s Tsafe area. This attack on the Gusau-Funtua road is more than a tragic local event; it is a stark reminder of how foreign instability can ripple across the globe and challenge American security. Why Should Americans Care About Violence Thousands of Miles Away? Nigeria’s internal conflicts, often framed as clashes between herders and farmers, mask a deeper crisis: the rise of violent armed gangs exploiting weak governance and porous borders. The resulting chaos...