American news on nigerian militants
Here are some recent American news articles and reports on Nigerian militants:
- "Nigerian Militants Kidnap Dozens of Schoolgirls in Latest Abduction" by The New York Times (June 2021)
This article reports on the kidnapping of over 40 schoolgirls by Nigerian militants in the state of Zamfara. The militants, believed to be affiliated with the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP), have been increasing their attacks on schools and villages in the region.
- "U.S. Sanctions Nigerian Militants Over Abductions and Violence" by The Wall Street Journal (May 2021)
This article reports on the U.S. Treasury Department's decision to impose sanctions on several Nigerian militants and their associates, including the leader of ISWAP, Abu Musab al-Barnawi. The sanctions were imposed in response to the group's involvement in kidnappings, bombings, and other violent attacks.
- "Nigerian Militants Kill Dozens in Attack on Military Base" by CNN (April 2021)
This article reports on an attack by Nigerian militants on a military base in the state of Borno, which resulted in the deaths of at least 30 soldiers. The militants, believed to be affiliated with the Boko Haram terrorist group, have been increasing their attacks on military targets in recent months.
- "U.S. Provides $100 Million in Aid to Nigeria to Combat Militants" by Reuters (March 2021)
This article reports on the U.S. government's decision to provide $100 million in aid to Nigeria to help the country combat the militant groups operating in the region. The aid will be used to support the Nigerian military and other security forces in their efforts to defeat the militants.
- "Nigerian Militants Abduct Hundreds of Villagers in Latest Attack" by The Guardian (February 2021)
This article reports on the abduction of hundreds of villagers by Nigerian militants in the state of Kaduna. The militants, believed to be affiliated with the ISWAP group, have been increasing their attacks on villages and towns in the region in recent months.
- "U.S. Designates Nigerian Militant Group as Terrorist Organization" by The Hill (January 2021)
This article reports on the U.S. State Department's decision to designate the Nigerian militant group, Ansaru, as a terrorist organization. Ansaru is believed to be responsible for several high-profile kidnappings and attacks in Nigeria and other countries in the region.
- "Nigerian Militants Kill Dozens in Attack on Oil Facility" by Bloomberg (December 2020)
This article reports on an attack by Nigerian militants on an oil facility in the state of Delta, which resulted in the deaths of at least 30 people. The militants, believed to be affiliated with the Niger Delta Avengers, have been increasing their attacks on oil facilities and other targets in recent months.
- "U.S. Provides Military Aid to Nigeria to Combat Militants" by Defense News (November 2020)
This article reports on the U.S. government's decision to provide military aid to Nigeria to help the country combat the militant groups operating in the region. The aid will include training and equipment for the Nigerian military and other security forces.
- "Nigerian Militants Abduct Dozens of Students in Latest Attack" by Al Jazeera (October 2020)
This article reports on the abduction of dozens of students by Nigerian militants in the state of Katsina. The militants, believed to be affiliated with the ISWAP group, have been increasing their attacks on schools and other targets in recent months.
- "U.S. Condemns Nigerian Militant Group's Attack on Military Base" by Voice of America (September 2020)
This article reports on the U.S. government's condemnation of an attack by Nigerian militants on a military base in the state of Borno. The militants, believed to be affiliated with the Boko Haram terrorist group, have been increasing their attacks on military targets in recent months.