Borno
Coverage of Borno in the Nexus archive.
- Troops rescue 34 kidnap victims, arrest ISWAP informant, recover arms
Troops from Operation HADIN KAI rescued 31 kidnap victims from terrorists along the Buratai-Kamuya road in Biu Local Government Area of Borno. They also arrested an ISWAP informant and recovered arms.
- Troops foil terrorist infiltration, evacuate students in Borno
Troops in Borno foiled a planned terrorist attack and evacuated 21 female students to safety. The operation was based on intelligence reports of an impending infiltration.
- Nigeria: Troops Foil Terrorist Infiltration, Evacuate Students After Intelligence Alert in Borno
Nigerian troops under Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) prevented a terrorist infiltration attempt at a military base and evacuated 21 female students after an intelligence alert in Borno. The action followed reports of a planned attack in the region.
- Senior ISWAP finance chief, sons surrender to army in Borno
A senior finance operative of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and two sons have surrendered to troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI in Borno.
- Cholera outbreak in Borno overwhelms health facilities as suspected cases exceed 35,000
A cholera outbreak in Borno has overwhelmed health facilities, with suspected cases exceeding 35,000. The organization attributed the surge to overcrowded informal settlements, limited access to safe drinking water, poor sanitation, and inadequate waste management.
- Stray bullet kills federal polytechnic students as security forces foil abduction in Borno — Official
A stray bullet killed federal polytechnic students during a firefight in Borno as security forces thwarted a potential abduction. All rescued students were confirmed medically stable, but some fatalities occurred from sporadic gunfire by terrorists.
- Military links failed ISWAP attack in Borno to foreign terrorist facilitators
The military linked a failed ISWAP attack in Borno to foreign terrorist facilitators, including a Palestinian trainer named Abu Ishaq, a Moroccan medical doctor Abu Thaiba, and an unidentified Arab operative. These foreign operatives are embedded within the terrorist network.
- Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says
Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria's Oyo state have been rescued, according to the government. Over 40 people were initially taken, one teacher was killed, eight militants were arrested, and the operation ended a 50-day standoff. Dozens of children were also kidnapped in Borno during the same week.
- Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says
Students abducted in May by Islamic militants in Nigeria's Oyo state have been rescued, according to the government. Over 40 people were initially abducted, one teacher was killed, and eight militants were arrested. President Bola Tinubu stated the military operation ended a 50-day siege.
- Students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says
Students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Nigeria’s Oyo state were rescued by the government. Over 40 people were taken during the May 15 abduction, one teacher was killed, and eight militants were arrested. President Bola Tinubu stated the military operation ended a 50-day siege.
- Students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Nigeria are rescued, government says
Students abducted in May by Muslim militants in Nigeria's southwestern Oyo state have been rescued, according to the government. Over 40 people were abducted, one teacher was killed, eight militants were arrested, and an unspecified number of militants were killed. President Bola Tinubu stated the operation ended a 50+ day siege.
- Nigeria: Zamfara Reaffirms No Talks With Bandits As More Kidnap Victims Rescued in Kwara, Borno
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal reaffirmed his administration's refusal to negotiate with bandits, emphasizing sustained military operations against criminals. Meanwhile, more kidnapping victims were rescued in Kwara and Borno states.
- EXCLUSIVE: 36 students still missing after Borno school attack
36 students remain missing after an attack on Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Borno, as confirmed by Premium Times through interviews and a community-generated register. The attack's details and ongoing search efforts are highlighted in the report.
- Nigeria: Borno School Attack - Councillor Says 35 Students Still Missing
An attack occurred at a school in Borno, Nigeria, while students were preparing for the National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations. A councillor reported that 35 students remain missing following the incident.
- Borno School Attack: Councillor says 35 students still missing
A school attack in Borno occurred as students were preparing for the National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations. A Councillor reported that 35 students are still missing following the incident.
- Nigeria: Military Airstrikes Kill 27 Terrorists in Borno Tumbus Enclaves
Nigeria's military conducted airstrikes in Borno's Tumbus areas, killing 27 terrorists as part of the Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai. The Air Component of the operation targeted terrorist enclaves in both Southern and Northern Tumbus.
- Cholera Outbreak: 74 dead, over 7,800 cases strain Borno facilities
A cholera outbreak in Borno has resulted in 74 deaths and over 7,800 cases, straining local facilities. Médecins Sans Frontières reported the outbreak has spread across 14 local government areas and 50 wards, citing data from the Borno State Ministry of Health.
- Insecurity: Fresh calls for state police, By Reuben Abati
Lawmakers, governors, and citizens are advocating for the establishment of state police due to a surge in kidnappings across several Nigerian states, including Oyo, Borno, Kebbi, Katsina, Kwara, Zamfara, and Niger.
- Army frees 360 abductees after clashes with Boko Haram in Nigeria’s Borno
The Nigerian Army freed 360 abductees following clashes with Boko Haram in Borno state. Two infants died due to harsh conditions during their captivity in the Mandara mountains.
- Survivors ask why Nigeria bombed busy market in effort to target jihadist group
A Nigerian military airstrike on Jilli market in Borno and Yobe states killed up to 200 civilians, sparking questions about the rationale behind targeting a busy area. Survivors and observers criticize the attack's high civilian toll despite the military's claim of a 'precision airstrike'.