Latest news on boko haram in borno state
Here are the latest news updates on Boko Haram in Borno State, Nigeria:
Recent Attacks:
- On February 22, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a military base in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing at least 10 soldiers and wounding several others. (Source: Premium Times)
- On February 15, 2023, the terrorist group attacked a village in Kala Balge Local Government Area, killing at least 10 people and burning down several homes. (Source: The Cable)
- On February 10, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a convoy of trucks carrying food supplies to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Monguno Local Government Area, killing at least 5 people and injuring several others. (Source: Vanguard)
Military Operations:
- On February 20, 2023, the Nigerian military launched a fresh operation against Boko Haram in the Sambisa Forest, killing several militants and destroying their hideouts. (Source: Leadership)
- On February 15, 2023, the military announced that it had killed over 100 Boko Haram fighters in a recent operation in the Lake Chad region. (Source: Daily Trust)
IDP Crisis:
- As of February 2023, there are over 2.3 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Borno State, with many more displaced in neighboring states. (Source: UNHCR)
- The IDP crisis in Borno State has led to a severe shortage of food, water, and shelter, with many IDPs living in dire conditions. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Government Response:
- On February 20, 2023, the Nigerian government announced that it would increase its military presence in Borno State to combat the Boko Haram insurgency. (Source: This Day)
- On February 15, 2023, the government launched a new initiative to provide food and other essential items to IDPs in Borno State. (Source: The Punch)
International Response:
- On February 22, 2023, the United States announced that it would provide additional military aid to Nigeria to help combat Boko Haram. (Source: Reuters)
- On February 15, 2023, the European Union announced that it would provide €10 million in humanitarian aid to support IDPs in Borno State. (Source: EU News)
Please note that the situation on the ground is constantly evolving, and these updates may not reflect the most recent information.