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Counter-terrorism
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Borno Ambush: Soldiers Foil Boko Haram Extortion Attempt
Troops from the 226 Battalion successfully ambushed Boko Haram members collecting illegal taxes in Borno State, recovering weapons and ammunition with no military casualties.
President Tinubu Praises Rescue of 308 Kidnapped Citizens and Calls for Enhanced Security Alerts
President Bola Tinubu has hailed the successful rescue of 308 kidnap victims in Kwara and Niger states while mandating the implementation of more robust early warning systems to curb future violence.
UK Anti-Terrorism Referrals Reach Decade Peak
A record 10,000 people were referred to the UK's Prevent program in the past year, with officials citing public concern following the 2024 Southport attacks as a primary driver.
Nigerian Military Names High-Ranking ISWAP Leaders as Most Wanted
The Nigerian military has identified key ISWAP leaders near Lake Chad following successful operations by the Joint Task Force, offering a reward for information leading to the capture of the group's most wanted commander.
Military Pinpoints Top ISWAP Commanders Near Lake Chad
Military forces have identified key ISWAP leaders near the Lake Chad Basin and are offering a financial reward for information leading to their arrest.
Four suspected insurgent logistics handlers apprehended in Borno and Yobe
Military forces in Yobe and Borno have detained four individuals accused of facilitating supplies for terrorist organizations while also intercepting 20 civilians fleeing militant enclaves.
Nigerian military frees 16 captives and arrests terrorist support agents
Nigerian Army troops rescued 16 kidnapping victims and apprehended multiple terrorist logistics suppliers and collaborators during recent operations in Northern Nigeria.
Nigerian Air Force Airstrike Kills 12 Insurgents in Borno State
A targeted Nigerian Air Force airstrike in Borno State's Chiralia forest has neutralized 12 suspected insurgents and destroyed a significant logistics hub used by terrorist forces.
ISWAP loses key bomb experts in accidental Borno explosion
Five ISWAP members, including bomb-making experts, died in an accidental explosion while assembling devices in Borno State, potentially disrupting the group's local operational capabilities.
Nigerian Army apprehends two suspected terrorist informants in Borno
Nigerian troops arrested two suspected terrorist informants at Askira Uba Market in Borno State, a move aimed at disrupting insurgent support networks in the region.