Current boko haram news today
Here are some recent news updates on Boko Haram:
Recent Attacks:
- On February 18, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a village in Borno State, Nigeria, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others. (Source: Reuters)
- On February 15, 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 February 20, 2023, Boko Haram militants kidnapped at least 15 people, including women and children, from a village in Borno State, Nigeria. (Source: BBC News)
- On February 17, 2023, the group abducted a Catholic priest and several parishioners from a church in Adamawa State, Nigeria. (Source: Vanguard News)
Military Operations:
- On February 22, 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 February 19, 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 February 21, 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 February 18, 2023, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) called for increased efforts to address the humanitarian needs of people affected by the conflict in the region. (Source: ICRC)
International Response:
- On February 20, 2023, the United States announced a new package of humanitarian aid to support efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in the Lake Chad region. (Source: US Department of State)
- On February 17, 2023, the European Union announced a new package of aid to support the Nigerian government's efforts to combat 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.