Yobe state nigeria breaking news 2017

Here are some breaking news stories from Yobe State, Nigeria in 2017:

  1. Boko Haram Attack on Geidam Market: On January 17, 2017, Boko Haram insurgents attacked a market in Geidam, Yobe State, killing at least 20 people and injuring many others. The attack was carried out by a group of armed men who stormed the market, shooting and throwing explosives. (Source: Premium Times)
  2. Yobe State Government Announces Closure of Schools: On February 27, 2017, the Yobe State Government announced the closure of all schools in the state due to the ongoing Boko Haram insurgency. The decision was taken to protect the lives of students and teachers. (Source: Vanguard News)
  3. Boko Haram Attack on Damaturu: On March 21, 2017, Boko Haram insurgents attacked Damaturu, the capital city of Yobe State, killing at least 15 people and injuring many others. The attack was carried out by a group of armed men who stormed the city, shooting and throwing explosives. (Source: Daily Trust)
  4. Yobe State Government Launches Operation "Restore Peace": On April 10, 2017, the Yobe State Government launched Operation "Restore Peace", a military operation aimed at flushing out Boko Haram insurgents from the state. The operation was carried out by a joint task force comprising the Nigerian Army, Air Force, and Police. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
  5. Boko Haram Attack on Gujba: On May 15, 2017, Boko Haram insurgents attacked Gujba, a town in Yobe State, killing at least 10 people and injuring many others. The attack was carried out by a group of armed men who stormed the town, shooting and throwing explosives. (Source: The Nation Newspaper)
  6. Yobe State Government Announces Return of Schools: On June 12, 2017, the Yobe State Government announced the return of schools in the state, following the improvement in security. The decision was taken after a meeting with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
  7. Boko Haram Attack on Buni Yadi: On July 17, 2017, Boko Haram insurgents attacked Buni Yadi, a town in Yobe State, killing at least 5 people and injuring many others. The attack was carried out by a group of armed men who stormed the town, shooting and throwing explosives. (Source: Daily Post Nigeria)
  8. Yobe State Government Launches "Operation Safe Haven": On August 21, 2017, the Yobe State Government launched Operation "Safe Haven", a security operation aimed at protecting the lives and property of citizens in the state. The operation was carried out by a joint task force comprising the Nigerian Army, Air Force, and Police. (Source: This Day Live)

These are just a few of the breaking news stories from Yobe State, Nigeria in 2017. The state was heavily affected by the Boko Haram insurgency, which led to the displacement of many people and the loss of lives and property.