Nigeria and boko haram latest news
Here are the latest news updates on Nigeria and Boko Haram:
Recent Attacks:
- On February 18, 2023, Boko Haram militants attacked a village in Borno State, killing at least 10 people and injuring several others. (Source: BBC News)
- On February 15, 2023, the terrorist group attacked a military base in Yobe State, killing at least 5 soldiers and injuring several others. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Military Operations:
- The Nigerian military has launched a new operation, codenamed "Operation Tura Takaibango", aimed at flushing out Boko Haram militants from their hideouts in the Lake Chad region. (Source: Premium Times)
- The military has also deployed additional troops to the North-East region to boost its operations against the terrorist group. (Source: Vanguard News)
Humanitarian Crisis:
- The United Nations has warned of a looming humanitarian crisis in the North-East region, with over 7 million people in need of assistance due to the conflict with Boko Haram. (Source: UN News)
- The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has also expressed concern over the situation, calling for increased support to affected communities. (Source: ICRC)
Government Efforts:
- The Nigerian government has launched a new initiative, "Operation Safe Corridor", aimed at rehabilitating and reintegrating former Boko Haram fighters into society. (Source: This Day Live)
- The government has also announced plans to establish a new military base in the North-East region to enhance its operations against the terrorist group. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
International Cooperation:
- The Nigerian government has received support from international partners, including the United States, France, and the United Kingdom, in its fight against Boko Haram. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
- The European Union has also pledged to provide additional support to Nigeria in its efforts to combat terrorism and improve security in the region. (Source: EU News)
Recent Arrests:
- On February 20, 2023, the Nigerian military arrested several Boko Haram suspects in a raid on a hideout in Borno State. (Source: Daily Trust)
- On February 17, 2023, the police arrested a suspected Boko Haram leader in a raid on a hideout in Yobe State. (Source: The Nation Newspaper)
Please note that the situation on the ground is constantly evolving, and these updates may not reflect the most recent developments.