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Airstrikes Hit Boko Haram Camps in Borno Mountains

Nigerian Air Force jets have bombed Boko Haram hideouts in the Mandara Mountains of Borno State, destroying major strongholds in Wa Jahode and Loghpere. Air Force spokesperson, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, said the strikes followed credible intelligence about increased terrorist...

Suicide Bombing Kills Dozens at Borno Food Joint

A female suicide bomber detonated an explosive at a local food joint in Konduga, Borno State, on Friday night, killing at least 24 people and injuring several others. The blast occurred around 10:00pm and left the bomber’s body shattered,...

Politicians, Soldiers Aiding Boko Haram — Zulum

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, says some politicians, soldiers, and locals are secretly working with Boko Haram. Speaking on Breakfast Central, Zulum said his government would crack down on anyone sabotaging efforts to end insurgency. “We have informants within the military, politicians,...

Troops, Hunters Kill 5 Boko Haram Fighters in Borno

Troops and local hunters have repelled a Boko Haram attack on Warambe village in Gwoza, Borno State, killing five insurgents. The terrorists stormed the newly resettled community around 6am on Friday but were overpowered by the combined forces. Arms and...

Zulum Bans Petrol Sales in Bama Over Security Concerns

Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has banned petrol sales in Bama Local Government Area, including Banki town, to curb insurgent activities. His media aide, Dauda Iliya, said the move follows security consultations and aims to support ongoing counter-insurgency efforts. Zulum warned...

Boko Haram Kills Army Captain, Soldier in Borno Attack

An Army Captain and a soldier were killed when Boko Haram fighters attacked Izge, a community in Gwoza LGA of Borno State, in the early hours of Wednesday. The Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, confirmed the attack, saying...

Suspected Boko Haram IED Kills Women, Children

An Improvised Explosive Device (IED), believed to have been planted by Boko Haram insurgents, killed multiple people on Monday near Rann in Kala Balge Local Government Area of Borno State. According to local and security sources, the explosion occurred around...

Boko Haram Kills 2 Vigilantes, 10 Firewood Gatherers in Borno

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have killed two vigilantes and ten firewood gatherers in Bokko Ghide community, Gwoza LGA of Borno State. Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, confirmed the attack, saying the victims were ambushed while fetching firewood and...

Drug abuse rising in Borno IDP camp – NEMA

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has raised alarm over increasing cases of drug abuse, prostitution, and other social vices at the Muna IDP camp in Borno State. Speaking during a town hall meeting with camp residents on Wednesday, NEMA’s...

Zulum to Minister: You’re Naive About Borno’s Security

Governor Babagana Zulum has described Information Minister Mohammed Idris as "naive" over comments allegedly downplaying the security challenges in Borno. Zulum had earlier raised concerns about renewed Boko Haram attacks and kidnappings in the state. But a media report suggested...
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