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Boko Haram Attack in Borno: Two Dead, Palace Burnt

Armed Boko Haram fighters on Monday night invaded Kirawa, a border community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing one civilian and abducting another. The insurgents also set fire to several houses, shops, and the palace of the District Head, Alhaji Abdulrahman Abubakar. Residents fled into neighbouring Cameroonian communities for safety. Local vigilantes, including members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and hunters, helped repel the assault, reportedly killing one of the attackers. Kirawa has been a frequent target of Boko Haram. Just three days earlier, insurgents ambushed travellers along the Kirawa-Pulka road, killing a CJTF member and burning six vehicles. Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Southern Borno, confirmed Tuesday’s incident and expressed deep concern over the renewed violence.“The attacks are frustrating, especially for many resilient IDPs who only recently returned to their ancestral homes with the […]

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Borno terror attack victims hospitalised in Cameroon

Confusion surrounds the number of military casualties after terrorists attacked the 152 Task Force Battalion in Banki, a border town in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. Local officials confirmed that at least five civilians were killed in the Thursday night assault, while several others were injured and evacuated across the border to Mora, Cameroon, for treatment. Many residents fled the community in fear of further violence. The attack follows the recent massacre in Darajamal, also in Bama LGA, where 63 people lost their lives. Defence Headquarters spokesperson, Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye, said one soldier died in the Banki incident but stressed that troops held their ground. “It’s true our troops had an encounter with the terrorists in Banki. The troops were not dislodged. There was a serious firefight, and though we lost a soldier, the troops remain at […]

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Tinubu orders military overhaul after Borno terror massacre

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces to review and strengthen ongoing security operations following the deadly Boko Haram attack on Darajamal community, Bama LGA of Borno State, which left civilians and soldiers dead. Vice President Kashim Shettima, in a condolence message on Monday, reaffirmed the President’s orders, stressing the need for the deployment of advanced military hardware, drones, and surveillance systems to eliminate terrorist groups nationwide. According to his spokesman, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima described the massacre as a profound national tragedy, extending condolences to Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, the people of Borno, and the Nigerian military. “These deaths have left the entire nation in collective grief, but we are confident that justice will be served for the bereaved families,” Shettima said. Governor Zulum had visited Darajamal on Saturday to commiserate with families of the victims, both military […]

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NAF, Ground Troops Kill 30+ Insurgents in Borno Joint Operation

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), in collaboration with ground troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), has neutralised more than 30 insurgents in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, confirmed in a statement on Friday, September 5, 2025, that the joint operation followed reports of heavy terrorist engagement against friendly forces at Dar-El-Jamal village. Responding swiftly, the Air Component of OPHK launched an Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) mission and carried out Air Interdiction (AI) strikes. En route, the aircrew linked up with ground forces in Banki, who confirmed reinforcements were already mobilised. “On arrival at Dar Jamel, the aircrew visually identified friendly forces before ISR scans revealed terrorists fleeing northwards from the town towards nearby bushes. In a series of three precise and successive strikes, the fleeing terrorists […]

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Troops Neutralise 12 Terrorists, Recover Arms in Borno

Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have neutralised 12 suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State. Mafa, located about 60 kilometres from Maiduguri, has been one of the hotspots of insurgent activities in Borno Central. According to security sources, the operation took place between August 29 and 30, 2025, with troops, supported by local security outfits and the Air Component Command, carrying out coordinated long-range commando offensives. During the operation, troops cleared terrorist hideouts in Tamsu Ngamdu, Dalakaleri, and Gaza. On reaching Loskori Kura, the troops engaged insurgents in a heavy gun battle, killing 12. Recovered items from the operation include eight AK-47 rifles, eight fully loaded AK-47 magazines with 7.62mm ammunition, as well as assorted drugs and medical supplies allegedly used by the insurgents. A military source, who […]

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UN to Halt Food Aid for 1.3 Million in Northeast Nigeria as Funds Dry Up

Imminent Aid Cutoff Looms Over Northeast The UN World Food Programme (WFP) will suspend all emergency food assistance to 1.3 million vulnerable Nigerians by end-July due to: ⚠️ Critical funding shortfall ($130m needed)🍽️ Exhausted food stocks (Warehouses empty since early July)👶 300,000 children to lose nutrition support "This is now a regional stability threat" - WFP Nigeria Director Crisis By The Numbers StatisticImpact31 millionNigerians facing acute hunger2.3 millionDisplaced in Lake Chad Basin150+Nutrition clinics set to close$130mRequired to sustain 2025 operations Domino Effect of Suspension ➡️ Immediate Consequences: Families forced into "impossible choices" (migration, exploitation) Spike in child wasting/malnutrition rates Closure of 150+ nutrition centers in Borno/Yobe ➡️ Long-Term Risks: Recruitment boost for extremist groups Cross-border refugee movements Collapse of fragile recovery efforts Why Funding Dried Up 🌍 Global Donor Fatigue: Competing crises worldwide💸 Economic Pressures: Donor country budget cuts⚔️ Security Challenges: Logistical costs up 40% in conflict zones 📉 Programme Cuts: 720,000 additional people won't receive planned aid No buffer […]

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Sultan of Sokoto Calls for Fervent Prayers on Arafat Day for Nigeria’s Peace

Sultan Calls for Unity and Prayer Amid National Challenges The Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar , has called on Nigerian Muslims to unite in fervent prayers on Arafat Day for peace, stability, and divine intervention in the country’s growing challenges. In a statement released on Wednesday and issued through the Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) , the Sultan urged all Muslims in Nigeria to use the sacred occasion to seek solutions from Allah. He emphasized that Arafat Day —one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar—is an opportunity for spiritual reflection, fasting, and supplication for national healing. “We are calling on Nigerian Muslims to rededicate themselves to good virtues and fervent prayers on the Day of Arafah,” he said. Why Arafat Day Matters The Sultan reminded believers that the Day of Arafah is among the most beloved days to Allah. […]

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Foreign Mercenaries Fuel Terror in Nigeria: Theatre Commander Reveals Drone Warfare, Pakistani Arms Dealers Arrested

Foreign Mercenaries Escalate Terror War in Northeast – Military Raises Alarm Maj.-Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar, Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, has revealed that foreign mercenaries are intensifying terrorism in Northeast Nigeria by providing drone warfare training, advanced bomb-making, and arms trafficking to Boko Haram and ISWAP. The disclosure came during a media tour of the Maiduguri operational theater on Wednesday. Key Revelations: Mercenary Tactics Exposed Drone Warfare: Terror groups now deploy armed drones for attacks, refining tactics under mercenary guidance. IED Sophistication: Advanced bomb traps target troops and civilians. Arms Network: Four Pakistani nationals arrested for arms trafficking to terrorists. "Foreign mercenaries facilitate tactical and strategic training, escalating casualties and equipment losses."― Gen. Abubakar Evidence: Cross-Border Terror Network Pakistani Connection: Initial investigations confirm detained Pakistanis ran arms supply chains. Training Camps: Mercenaries teach coordinated assaults, increasing troop fatalities. Tech Transfer: Drones and electronic surveillance tools now […]

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