#BOKO HARAM
Nine Soldiers Killed in ISWAP Ambush in Nigeria’s Borno State
Eight soldiers eventually made it back to base, but the remainder, including a commanding officer ranked as a major, are unaccounted for.
Weekly Press Review 16-22 January, 2026
At least eight Nigerian soldiers were killed and 50 wounded on when Islamist Boko Haram insurgents attacked a military formation in Borno State, security sources said on Wednesday.
Roadside Bomb Kills Nine Soldiers in Nigeria’s Borno State
Preliminary accounts indicate the IED was laid by insurgents, with reports attributing it to either Boko Haram remnants or the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), which operates prominently in the area.
Military Airstrike Kills Civilians in Nigeria’s Conflict-Torn Borno State
Three casualties have been confirmed, with 10 vehicles destroyed. However, the exact number of civilian casualties remains uncertain, with reports suggesting a higher toll.
Villagers Flee Surrounding Communities as Insurgent Attacks Intensify in Magumeri
Growing influx of displaced families overwhelms the town as residents provide makeshift shelter.
After Losing His Sight in a Boko Haram Attack, Abubakar Returned to the Classroom as a Teacher
A former onion trader who lost his sight in a Boko Haram ambush rebuilds his life through strength, faith, and education.
Overnight Insurgent Attacks Rock Borno Communities, Leaving Several Dead and Others Abducted
Multiple communities hit in overnight assaults; farmers abducted, a military base destroyed, and residents call for stronger security presence.
Weekly Press Review from 21-27 Nov 2025
Regional News Cameroon opposition leader flees to Gambia after contested election | Africanews Gambia said it was temporarily hosting Cameroonian opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary after a disputed election in […]
Fear and Uncertainty Grip Magumeri Communities After New Boko Haram Attack
Residents recount abductions, continued threats, and loss of hope as insurgents terrorize villages.
Weekly Press Review from 13-20 Nov 2025
Regional News French President Emmanuel Macron to embark on Africa tour | Africanews French president Emmanuel Macron will embark on a new tour of Africa this week, hoping to “spur” […]
