The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of two soldiers following separate attempts by Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters to overrun military locations in New Marte and Kumshe, both in Borno State. The attacks, which occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, were successfully repelled by troops of Operation Hadin Kai with strong air support, according to a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director of Army Public Relations, Headquarters Theatre Command, Reuben Kovangiya. “In...

The Nigerian Senate has raised the alarm over fresh attacks by Boko Haram insurgents in parts of Adamawa State and other North East states, calling on the Federal Government to urgently set up a military base in Hong Local Government Area to strengthen security in the region. This call came during Wednesday’s plenary after a motion was moved by Senator Aminu Abbas (PDP, Adamawa Central). The motion was co-sponsored by all senators representing the North...

Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, Governor  of Borno State has stated that the state government is working on a comprehensive strategy in collaboration with the Federal Government to strengthen security architecture, enhance intelligence sharing, and equip security agents to effectively tackle insurgency. Governor Zulum stated this on Saturday during a statewide broadcast. The Governor promised to strengthen the volunteer forces, improve intelligence gathering at the community level and early warning systems as part of commitment to...