Borno state boko haram news today
Here are some recent news updates on Boko Haram activities in Borno State, Nigeria:
Latest News:
- Boko Haram attacks Maiduguri: On February 22, 2023, Boko Haram insurgents attacked Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, killing at least 10 people and injuring many others. The attack occurred in the early hours of the morning, with the insurgents targeting a military base and a nearby market. (Source: Premium Times)
- Military repels Boko Haram attack in Bama: On February 20, 2023, the Nigerian military repelled a Boko Haram attack on Bama, a town in Borno State. The attack occurred when the insurgents attempted to infiltrate the town, but were met with fierce resistance from the military. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Boko Haram kidnaps 10 villagers in Gwoza: On February 18, 2023, Boko Haram insurgents kidnapped 10 villagers in Gwoza, a town in Borno State. The villagers were taken from their homes in the early hours of the morning. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Nigerian military kills 20 Boko Haram fighters: On February 15, 2023, the Nigerian military killed 20 Boko Haram fighters in a battle in Borno State. The military also recovered several weapons and ammunition from the insurgents. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
Recent Developments:
- Borno State government launches anti-Boko Haram campaign: In January 2023, the Borno State government launched a campaign to counter Boko Haram propaganda and recruitment efforts. The campaign, which is being implemented in collaboration with the Nigerian military, aims to promote peace and stability in the state. (Source: This Day Live)
- Nigerian military launches operation to flush out Boko Haram: In January 2023, the Nigerian military launched Operation Tura Takaibango, a military operation aimed at flushing out Boko Haram insurgents from their hideouts in Borno State. The operation is being conducted in collaboration with the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF). (Source: The Cable)
- Boko Haram attacks IDP camp in Borno: In December 2022, Boko Haram insurgents attacked an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Borno State, killing at least 10 people and injuring many others. The attack occurred when the insurgents infiltrated the camp, which is home to thousands of displaced persons. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Background:
Boko Haram, a militant Islamist group, has been responsible for numerous attacks in Borno State and other parts of Nigeria since 2009. The group has killed thousands of people and displaced millions of others. The Nigerian military has been fighting the group, with the support of international partners, but the conflict remains ongoing.