Boko haram news update
Here are some recent news updates on Boko Haram:
Recent Attacks:
- On March 28, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a village in Borno State, Nigeria, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others. (Source: Reuters)
- On March 25, 2023, the group attacked a military base in Yobe State, Nigeria, killing at least 5 soldiers and injuring several others. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Kidnappings and Abductions:
- On March 22, 2023, Boko Haram militants kidnapped at least 30 people, including women and children, from a village in Borno State, Nigeria. (Source: BBC News)
- On March 18, 2023, the group abducted a Catholic priest and several parishioners from a church in Adamawa State, Nigeria. (Source: Vanguard News)
Military Operations:
- On March 25, 2023, the Nigerian military launched a fresh operation against Boko Haram militants in the Sambisa Forest, a known stronghold of the group. (Source: Premium Times)
- On March 20, 2023, the Nigerian Air Force launched airstrikes against Boko Haram targets in the Lake Chad region, killing several militants. (Source: Daily Trust)
Humanitarian Crisis:
- On March 24, 2023, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) warned that the humanitarian crisis in the Lake Chad region, caused by Boko Haram's activities, is worsening, with over 2.5 million people in need of assistance. (Source: UNOCHA)
- On March 18, 2023, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) reported that thousands of people are still missing in the region, with many believed to be held captive by Boko Haram. (Source: ICRC)
International Response:
- On March 22, 2023, the United States announced that it would provide an additional $100 million in aid to Nigeria to support its efforts to combat Boko Haram. (Source: US Department of State)
- On March 18, 2023, the European Union announced that it would provide €10 million in aid to Nigeria to support its efforts to address the humanitarian crisis caused by Boko Haram. (Source: European Union)
Please note that the situation on the ground is constantly evolving, and these updates may not reflect the most recent information.