Turkey Warns About Emerging Terrorist Organisation Linked to Fethullah in Nigeria
In a recent development, Mehmet Poroy, the incoming Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, has raised concerns about the presence of the Fethullah Terrorist Organization (FETO) in Nigeria. The Turkish government considers FETO a terrorist group, accused of using humanitarian aid, education, and healthcare services as a cover for their activities.
At a dinner held in Abuja, Poroy warned that FETO members are operating in Nigeria, particularly in the fields of education and healthcare. He emphasized the potential risks this poses to Nigeria's security and stability, echoing the Turkish government's belief that the presence of FETO poses a threat to every country in which it operates.
Poroy also reiterated Turkey's view of FETO as a global terror threat, calling for international cooperation to combat its activities. He urged Nigeria and other countries to take action against FETO, including recognizing it as a terrorist organization and implementing measures to limit its operations.
Several international bodies and countries, including the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Pakistan, and Northern Cyprus, have already designated FETO as a terrorist organization. However, Nigeria has not yet followed suit.
Poroy's warning comes in the wake of the July 15, 2016, failed coup attempt in Turkey, which the Turkish government blames on FETO. The group, known globally as the Gülen movement, is still active and being dismantled in various countries.
The Turkish government has not repeated its statement that FETO remains dangerous and its activities pose a threat to any country where it operates. However, Poroy's warning serves as a reminder of the ongoing concerns about FETO's global operations and the need for vigilance and action against its activities.
The Turkish Embassy in Nigeria recently organized an event to mark Democracy and National Unity Day, in memory of the July 15, 2016, attempted military takeover in Turkey. The event underscores the importance of democracy and national unity in the face of threats such as those posed by FETO.
The Turkish government continues to urge countries to take action against FETO, emphasizing the need for clampdowns on its activities and the recognition of it as a terrorist organization. As the situation develops, it is expected that Nigeria and other countries will take steps to address the concerns raised by the Turkish government about FETO's activities within their borders.
- The Turkish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mehmet Poroy, has highlighted Nigeria as a potential stronghold for the Fethullah Terrorist Organization (FETO), with concerns particularly centered around the fields of education and healthcare in Abuja.
- Poroy's latest warning about FETO's activities in Nigeria echoes calls for international cooperation and action, including the recognition of FETO as a terrorist organization.
- Despite several international bodies and countries, such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Pakistan, and Northern Cyprus, having designated FETO as a terrorist organization, Nigeria remains undecided on this matter.
- The political and security standings of Nigeria may be impacted by the ongoing concerns about FETO's global operations, as Poroy's warning serves as a reminder of the ongoing threats and the need for vigilance and action.
- The Turkish Embassy in Nigeria is advocating for increased attention and action against FETO, with the aim to ensure democracy and national unity within the country and protect it from the dangers that FETO poses.
