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Insurgents, suspected to be members of Boko Haram or Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), reportedly killed eight soldiers in an overnight attack on a Nigerian Army base in Borno State. The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
A joint intelligence-led strike by Nigerian and US forces in Borno State has resulted in the killing of 21 ISWAP fighters. This operation successfully disrupted the terror network in the region.
The ongoing cost of living crisis in Nigeria is significantly reshaping spending habits for the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. This economic pressure is affecting how Nigerians observe the holiday.
Nigerian troops and the US Africa Command conducted joint air strikes in Borno, successfully eliminating over 20 ISWAP fighters in a major counterterrorism operation.
Iran has delivered a revised peace proposal to the United States through Pakistan, aiming to resolve regional tensions. The move comes as negotiations continue, with some reports suggesting a potential suspension of US oil sanctions.
Nigerian political parties, including the APC, conducted primaries and announced candidates for upcoming elections, with some members winning tickets while others faced disqualification or defection. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) also received a presidential candidate.
Nigerian Army troops successfully repelled a coordinated ISWAP attack in Yobe, neutralizing 50 terrorists, though two soldiers were killed in the engagement.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have rescued six women and children who were abducted by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Ngoshe village, Borno State.
The Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack that occurred on a football pitch in an Adamawa community in Nigeria. The assault reportedly resulted in the deaths of dozens of people.
An article criticizes "Operation Safe Corridor" in Nigeria, highlighting the country's 19-year struggle against Islamic terrorism, including Boko Haram, ISWAP, Fulani herdsmen, and bandit alliances.
Nigeria's federal government is increasing security measures at key airports and prisons in Abuja and Niger State, with agencies collaborating to counter terror threats from groups like ISWAP and Boko Haram.
The Nigerian government has confirmed a precision, intelligence-led strike targeting Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Borno, with an investigation currently underway.
The Nigerian government has published an updated list of terrorism financiers, including 48 individuals and armed groups operating across the country.
In Pulka, preliminary investigation revealed that many facilities including road construction Firm (Decency’s) equipment and machines were set ablaze.
Recent jihadist attacks in northeastern Nigeria, primarily by Boko Haram and ISWAP, have resulted in at least 38 deaths, adding to the over 40,000 fatalities since 2009.
Nigerian troops successfully foiled an abduction attempt of 150 civilians by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno State on March 30, 2026. The incident occurred when troops escorting civilians along the Buratai–Kamuya axis came under attack.
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled a multi-front attack by ISWAP terrorists on a Forward Operating Base at Mandaragirau in Borno, neutralizing 38 terrorists.
Security experts and Nigeria's Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Oluyede, are addressing the recent resurgence and spike in terror attacks by groups like Boko Haram and ISWAP across Nigeria, discussing reasons and military responses.
The Nigerian army successfully repelled an attack by armed Islamists, believed to be Boko Haram or ISWAP members, who were supported by drones during an assault on a base in Malam Fatori, Borno State, killing several militants.
By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has called on the people of Borno and Yobe states to actively participate in the fight against Boko Haram and…
Nigerian Army troops repel multiple ISWAP attacks in Borno, neutralizing several terrorists and recovering a significant cache of weapons and equipment. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-repels-iswap-attacks-in-borno-recovers-arms/
•Armed forces recapture area B/H declared ‘caliphate’ By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The war against insecurity has continued relentlessly as the military claimed successes with hundreds of Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters killed in Borno and Yobe states in the last two weeks. But it is not all round success for the military as, in a tit-for-tat scenario, the armed forces also […] The post Military, terrorists in tit-for-tat: Army bases attacked, top officers killed,ISWAP commander ‘eliminated’ appeare...
Nigerian Army’s Operation HADIN KAI successfully thwarts an ISWAP attack in Borno, marking a significant setback for the terrorists after recent losses. Read More: https://punchng.com/army-foils-iswap-attack-in-borno/
Nigerian troops under Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelled a coordinated ISWAP attack in Yobe, neutralizing over 20 insurgents and a senior commander.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) killed at least 20 Boko Haram/ISWAP members, including a senior commander identified as Abu Yusu, during a failed attack on Goniri community in Yobe.
At least 65 Nigerian soldiers were killed in a series of attacks by the jihadist group ISWAP in the northeastern part of the country.
Scores of Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents, a commanding officer and several soldiers were reportedly killed when terrorists overran a military base in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The post Scores of terrorists, soldiers feared dead as Boko Haram overruns military base in Kukawa appeared first on Vanguard News.
Senator Ali Ndume confirmed that armed members of Boko Haram/ISWAP invaded Ngoshe in Borno state, resulting in the killing of an unspecified number of civilians, soldiers, and terrorists, with scores also abducted.
Decentralized exchange Uniswap has once again prevailed in a lawsuit concerning 'scam tokens' traded on its platform, marking another legal victory for the crypto firm.
Troops of the Joint Task Force North East Operation Hadin Kai have killed eight (8) members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno State. The post Troops neutralise 8 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno latest encounter appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria's DSS has arrested Sani Yusuf, an ISWAP commander and the sixth suspect linked to the deadly 2022 Owo church massacre, in Edo State after years on the run.
Troops from Operation HADIN KAI intercepted a Toyota Pick-Up Truck in Borno state, arresting three suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists who were found with uniform fabrics.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have repelled coordinated terrorist attacks in Limankara and Kukawa, Borno State. The post OPHK troops foils multiple attacks on fronts, neutralize scores of ISWAP fighters appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigerian troops have arrested suspected Boko Haram and ISWAP logistics suppliers in Borno State, disrupting terrorist networks and weakening their operations, while also rescuing abductees.
ISWAP has confirmed the death of its top commander, Abu Bilal al-Mainuki, who was tracked for six months by US drones before being killed in a joint counterterrorism operation involving Nigerian and US forces.
The Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has issued a warning about potential isolated attacks by Boko Haram terrorists and ISWAP fighters during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
A joint military operation between the United States and Nigeria, involving coordinated airstrikes, has resulted in the death of a senior ISIS leader and over 20 militants in Nigeria. AFRICOM released video footage confirming the strikes against the Islamic State group fighters.
Communities in the Lake Chad Basin are experiencing increased violence, economic hardship, and weak governance due to the activities of ISWAP and Boko Haram.
Prominent Nigerian figures, including the Ooni of Ife and Governor Aiyedatiwa, celebrated Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti on his 100th birthday, recognizing him as a symbol of wisdom and moral leadership.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated his belief that the conflict in Ukraine is "coming to an end," a declaration made during a period that also saw him meet with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and offer a conditional meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky.
As part of ongoing counter-insurgency efforts, troops of Operation HADIN KAI killed four Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists and arrested several suspects during operations across Borno State.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI confirmed the killing of approximately 30 Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists and the destruction of their logistics networks around the Kaniram Island axis in Lake Chad.
President Trump announced that peace talks between the US and Iran are set to resume in Pakistan, with JD Vance expected to lead the American delegation. This development follows previous discussions and comes amidst ongoing tensions, despite Trump's earlier remarks about an Iranian ceasefire violation.
Several high-ranking military officers have been killed in attacks attributed to the Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgencies in Nigeria.
The Nigerian Army has justified a precision airstrike in Jilli village, Borno State, claiming it targeted a terrorist hub, despite reports of civilian deaths. Survivors have since recounted their ordeal, stating they were legitimate animal traders at Jilli market when the attack occurred, while Amnesty International condemned the incident.
More than 380 suspected members of extremist groups Boko Haram and ISWAP, who aim to establish an Islamic state in Nigeria, have been convicted in the country.
President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion (approximately $2.2 billion) plan to clear Nigeria's power sector debts. The initiative aims to improve electricity reliability, stabilize the energy value chain, and restore investor confidence, following a review of legacy debts accumulated over a decade.
The Nigerian military has reported killing over 100 terrorists, including a notorious ISWAP commander, during precision strikes on insurgent enclaves in the North-eastern states.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI successfully repelled a coordinated attack by ISWAP terrorists on a Forward Operating Base in Borno, killing 38 insurgents.
The Nigerian Army, operating under Operation Hadin Kai, has intensified its offensives against key leaders and strongholds of ISWAP and Boko Haram in the North-East, achieving significant gains in the insurgency.
A new report identifies two terror attacks in Nigeria as among the world's deadliest, underscoring a rise in fatalities attributed to Boko Haram and ISWAP in Borno State.
Troops of the Nigerian Army have repelled a coordinated night attack by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters in Mallam Fatori, killing more than 60 insurgents, including key…
The death toll of Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters neutralised during a failed attack on Nigerian troops in Malam Fatori, Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State, has risen to…
Fighters from Boko Haram and rival Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have recently stepped up attacks on military bases in northeast Nigeria. The post Nigerian troops repel first attack in…
Discover the reasons behind the surge in Boko Haram and ISWAP attacks on Nigerian military bases, driven by territorial ambitions and political motives. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-bharam-iswap-are-after-military-bases/
ISWAP has claimed responsibility for attacks that reportedly killed 40 Nigerian soldiers.
Troops of the Nigerian Army, under the Joint Task Force North-East, 'Operation Hadin Kai', have recaptured Ngoshe community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State from Boko Haram/ISWAP…
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists launched a deadly attack on a nomadic settlement in Borno, killing one herder and rustling 1,400 sheep.
Scores of terrorists were eliminated in a failed early morning attack on the Baga community of Borno, less than 24 hours after multiple attacks on military formations in Borno and Yobe communities.
Scores of Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents, a commanding officer and several soldiers were reportedly killed when terrorists overran a military base in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The post Scores of terrorists, soldiers feared dead as Boko Haram overruns military base in Kukawa appeared first on Vanguard News.
Authorities of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, have dismissed what they described as a renewed propaganda campaign by remnants of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), accusing the insurgents of circulating old photographs and recycled media reports to mislead the public about the security situation in the North East. The post Viral Pictures: Military debunks death of 20 soldiers appeared first on Vanguard News.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have dealt a heavy blow to Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in Borno State, killing eight insurgents and seizing a range of weapons,…
NO fewer than 27 persons have been killed following a joint Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists attack in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State in the early hours of yesterday. The post 27 killed in Boko Haram attack on Adamawa community appeared first on Vanguard News.
"He admitted his role in the Owo church attack, the Zuma Rock checkpoint assault, which claimed the lives of five soldiers, and several ISWAP kidnap operations," the source disclosed. The post Breaking! DSS Captures Sixth Owo Church Attacker appeared first on Vanguard News.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI killed 25 Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters while repelling coordinated terrorist attacks in Limankara and Kukawa, Borno State, though one soldier was lost.
Nigerian troops from Operation Hadin Kai have intensified operations in the North-East, neutralizing over 50 terrorists, including a top ISWAP commander, and arresting multiple collaborators across Borno. Sustained air offensives have forced insurgents to abandon island enclaves and move towards the mainland.
An article discusses whether the US-Nigeria targeting of ISWAP's deputy leader will effectively weaken terrorism, noting that such targeted killings often have more symbolic than practical impact.
Nigerian aviation authorities have announced additional health screening measures and enhanced Ebola surveillance at airports. This move comes amidst global concerns over the spread of the deadly virus, aiming to prevent its entry and protect public health.
US and Nigerian forces conducted a joint operation in the northern region, resulting in the killing of over 20 jihadist fighters, including members of ISWAP. The operation targeted militant groups in the area.
The reported neutralization of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, described as ISIS's global second-in-command and an influential ISWAP commander, is seen as a turning point in the anti-terror war.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) crushed scores of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists during a night attack on 120 Task Force Battalion Goniri.
Workers in various countries, including the Philippines and Nigeria, marked Labor Day with protests and calls for higher wages amid economic challenges. Leaders acknowledged the struggles while urging continued effort from the labor force.
Suspected members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists invaded Kautikari village in the Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State on Thursday evening.
ISWAP terrorists killed 11 people in a community in Borno, with reports of nine additional deaths nearby, prompting a visit from the chairman of Askira Uba Local Government Area.
The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has claimed responsibility for recent deadly attacks on security forces in Nigeria and Niger, releasing a propaganda video to publicize their actions.
Armed Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists launched a midnight attack on Benishiekh town along the Maiduguri–Damaturu Road in Borno State, Nigeria, reportedly targeting a military base.
The Nigerian government has identified Tukur Mamu, Simon Ekpa, and 46 other individuals and entities as terrorism financiers, citing their alleged funding of groups like ISWAP.
ISWAP terrorists launched attacks on military formations in Benisheikh, Pulka, and Mungono in Nigeria's Borno state.
Five people have been killed in recent jihadist attacks in northeastern Nigeria, a region frequently targeted by groups such as Boko Haram and Iswap, which have caused over 40,000 deaths since 2009.
ISWAP terrorists attacked a village in Chibok, Nigeria, killing nine people, among them Yohanna Peter, whose wedding was scheduled for Tuesday.
Nigerian troops have neutralized 38 ISWAP fighters and recovered seven rifles in Borno state, according to The Guardian Nigeria News.
Vigilant MNJTF troops engaged and repelled a Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in the Lake Chad waterways, killing six terrorists and forcing others to withdraw with multiple casualties.
The militants, suspected members of Boko Haram or the Islamic State West Africa Province, were supported by multiple armed drones when they attacked the base in Mallam Fatori in the State of Borno
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI successfully repelled a coordinated infiltration attempt by ISWAP terrorists at Mallam Fatori in Abadam Local Government Area of Borno, killing no fewer than 60. The post Troops foil terrorist attack at Mallam Fatori, neutralise over 60 appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai repelled a major Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Borno, killing over 60 insurgents and notorious commanders. Read More: https://punchng.com/soldiers-kill-iswap-commanders-over-60-fighters-in-borno-army/
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his accusation that Russia is supplying Iran with Shahed drones, stating it is '100% facts' that Iran has used them in attacks on American bases in the Middle East, a claim also reported in German liveblogs. Zelenskyy further specified that these Shahed drones supplied by Russia to Iran contain Russian components.
Nigerian Army troops have eliminated 10 terrorists, apprehended suspects, and rescued kidnapped victims in coordinated operations across multiple theatres in the last 24 hours. This continues the military's efforts to curtail terrorist movements and disrupt supply lines in the Northeast, following previous successes in eliminating 30 terrorists and rescuing dozens of victims.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai, have successfully repelled coordinated attacks by Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents on military positions in Banki and Azir in Borno State.
Troops under Operation HADIN KAI foiled a major ISWAP attack in Yobe, killing over 20 insurgents and recovering a large cache of weapons in Goniri. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-repels-iswap-attack-in-yobe-kill-20-insurgents/
A Mack truck overturned on Otedola Bridge along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway due to mechanical failure, causing a significant traffic gridlock that lasted for hours after two 20-foot containers fell off the truck, making access impossible, though authorities have since cleared the scene.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East), Operation Hadin Kai, have repelled an attack by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists on a military formation in Goniri, Yobe State.
Insecurity is escalating across Nigeria as Boko Haram and ISWAP declare a caliphate in Borno, claiming responsibility for killings and abductions, while other attacks occur in Benue, Niger, Kogi, and Kwara states.
The group claimed that a Nigerian Army officer, Major U.I. Mairiga, and two other soldiers were killed during the assaults. The post Officer, others killed as Nigerian Army repels ISWAP attacks in…
Uniswap's price has surged following a Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) vote to activate a fee switch across eight blockchains.
Nigeria's DSS has arrested Sani Yusuf, an ISWAP commander and the sixth suspect involved in the deadly 2022 Owo church attack, following a multi-year manhunt.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI intercepted a Toyota pick-up truck in Borno State, Nigeria, arresting three suspected members of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists who were conveying fabrics.
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have repelled coordinated terrorist attacks in Limankara and Kukawa, Borno State. The post OPHK troops foils multiple attacks on