Category: Violence
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Nigerian Air Force Strikes ISWAP Camps in Ongoing Anti-Terror Operation

By Abu Faisal The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Air Task Force (ATF) of Operation HADIN Kai has reported significant progress in its air interdiction operations targeting the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) terrorists near Lake Chad. On December 16, the ATF conducted precision air strikes on ISWAP camps located at Bukar Mairam…
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#16DaysOfActivism: Borno NAWOJ Coordinator Advocates Victim Protection, Perpetrator Exposure

By Abdulkareem Haruna MAIDUGURI, Nigeria — Fatima Zanna, the Coordinator of the Nigerian Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) in Borno state, delivered a powerful speech at the University of Maiduguri during the commemoration of the 16 days of activism. The event was organized by the Borno State Ministry of Women Affairs in collaboration with the…
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Counter-Insurgency Forces Clear Four ISWAP Settlements in Lake Chad Basin, Killing Five

By Abu Faisal In an ongoing counter-insurgency operation, troops from the 242 Battalion, Multinational Joint Task Force and Operation Hadin Kai, operating around the Lake Chad shores, have successfully cleared four settlements of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the Lake Chad Basin, resulting in the death of five terrorists. The operation, which…
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Townhall Advocates Attitudinal Change, Social Reorientation For Sustainable Peace, Development in Postinsurgency Borno

By Abdulkareem Haruna The maiden Zonal Town Hall meeting for Social Reorientation in Borno State concluded with a powerful communique that has set the tone for a significant socio-cultural transformation. The meeting, which was held at the Conference Hall of Musa Usman Secretariat, Maiduguri, on Monday, December 4, 2023, was attended by key stakeholders from…
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6 Injured As Boko Haram Attack Yobe Governor’s Security Convoy

By Abdulkareem Haruna At least six security personnel were today, Nov.18, injured when Boko Haram militants opened fire on security operatives escorting the official vehicles of Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni. The convoy of security escorts made up of soldiers and policemen were heading to Damaturu from Maiduguri, Borno state. The incident occurred shortly…
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Nigerian Forces Repel ISWAP Attack in Yobe State, Maintain Control

By Abdulkareem Haruna Nigerian military personnel from the 27 Task Force Brigade, a part of Sector 2 “Operation Hadin Kai” (OPHK), successfully thwarted an assault by terrorists from the Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) in the vicinity of Buni Yadi in the Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. The attack occurred on November…
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Boko Haram Overpowers ISWAP in Latest Deadly Inter-rivalry Clash

Intense firefight leaves scores dead as Boko Haram triumphs over ISWAP in a surprise attack in northeastern Borno
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Nigeria’s Air Task Force Eliminates 17 ISWAP Fighters in Precision Airstrike

By Abu Faisal In a significant blow to the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP), the Air Component of the North East Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai successfully conducted a deadly air raid, resulting in the elimination of approximately 17 ISWAP fighters. The operation took place in the Damboa Local Government area…
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Amnesty International Seeks Justice for Enforced Disappearances in Northeast Nigeria

By Abdulkareem Haruna Amnesty International announced Friday, Nov. 3, that its request for justice regarding enforced disappearances in northeast Nigeria is now a pending case, after official receipt by the Nigerian government. “This is just the first step, said Isa Sanusi, Nigeria Director, Amnesty International said. “We call on the Nigerian authorities to cooperate closely…
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Nigerian Airforce Deals Devastating Blow to ISWAP Terrorists in Airstrikes

By Abu Faisal Marte, Borno State — In a significant victory against the Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP) terrorist groups, the Nigerian Airforce, as part of Operation Hadin Kai, executed airstrikes on Oct. 26, resulting in the loss of numerous fighters. The strikes targeted Tudun Baranga and Jubilaram, situated on the outskirts of Lake…