Latest nigeria news on boko haram
Here are the latest news updates on Boko Haram in Nigeria:
Recent Attacks and Incidents:
- Boko Haram attacks Borno State: On February 22, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked the town of Gwoza in Borno State, killing at least 10 people and injuring many others. (Source: BBC News)
- Boko Haram kidnaps 15 people in Adamawa State: On February 20, 2023, Boko Haram militants kidnapped 15 people, including women and children, from a village in Adamawa State. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Boko Haram attacks military base in Yobe State: On February 18, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a military base in Yobe State, killing at least 5 soldiers and injuring many others. (Source: Premium Times)
Military Operations and Counter-Terrorism Efforts:
- Nigerian military launches operation against Boko Haram: On February 15, 2023, the Nigerian military launched a new operation, codenamed "Operation Tura Takaibango", aimed at flushing out Boko Haram militants from their hideouts in the North-East region. (Source: This Day Live)
- Nigeria, Chad, and Niger launch joint military operation: On February 10, 2023, Nigeria, Chad, and Niger launched a joint military operation to combat Boko Haram and other terrorist groups in the region. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Humanitarian Crisis and Displacement:
- Over 2 million people displaced by Boko Haram: According to the United Nations, over 2 million people have been displaced by Boko Haram's insurgency in Nigeria, with many more affected by the conflict. (Source: UN News)
- Humanitarian crisis worsens in Borno State: On February 20, 2023, the United Nations warned that the humanitarian crisis in Borno State, which is the worst-affected state by Boko Haram's insurgency, is worsening, with many people in need of food, shelter, and medical care. (Source: ReliefWeb)
International Response and Diplomacy:
- US provides additional aid to Nigeria to combat Boko Haram: On February 15, 2023, the United States announced that it would provide an additional $100 million in aid to Nigeria to help the country combat Boko Haram and other terrorist groups. (Source: US Department of State)
- Nigeria, EU hold talks on Boko Haram: On February 10, 2023, Nigeria and the European Union held talks on the Boko Haram insurgency, with the EU pledging to provide additional support to Nigeria's efforts to combat the group. (Source: EU News)
Please note that the situation on the ground is constantly evolving, and these updates may not reflect the most recent developments.