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Gunmen strike Nigerian orphanage in Kogi, 23 children abducted
world29 days ago

Gunmen strike Nigerian orphanage in Kogi, 23 children abducted

Gunmen raided an unregistered orphanage in Kogi State, Nigeria, abducting 23 children; 15 were rescued after a rapid security response, while 8 remain missing and the orphanage owner was also abducted. No group has claimed responsibility, but authorities cite possible Boko Haram links and note a broader kidnapping crisis in the country. The government reiterates its commitment to rescuing victims and advises strong oversight of such facilities, as the facility reportedly operated illegally amid a volatile security climate.

Air strike on Nigerian village market leaves dozens dead in Boko Haram conflict
world1 month ago

Air strike on Nigerian village market leaves dozens dead in Boko Haram conflict

Nigerian military aircraft struck the Jilli village market in Yobe state during operations against Boko Haram, leaving dozens dead with Amnesty International saying more than 100 killed and 35 wounded; local officials say casualties could reach around 200. Authorities maintain the strike targeted Boko Haram fighters near a market, while emergency responders treat the injured in Geidam and Maiduguri, and Amnesty calls for an impartial investigation.

Maiduguri bombings leave 23 dead and 108 injured, police say
africa2 months ago

Maiduguri bombings leave 23 dead and 108 injured, police say

A series of suspected suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Nigeria, killed 23 people and injured about 108 at the entrance of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital and two markets, with no group yet claiming responsibility; security forces and emergency teams are assessing the attacks amid Nigeria’s ongoing security crisis involving Boko Haram and the ISWAP insurgency.

Nigeria rejects ransom claims linked to St Mary's abduction release
world3 months ago

Nigeria rejects ransom claims linked to St Mary's abduction release

Nigeria's government dismissed AFP's report that it paid a large ransom to Boko Haram to secure the release of more than 200 pupils and staff abducted from St Mary's School, insisting the allegations are false and that the hostages were freed through professional intelligence and operations with no ransom paid. The piece also notes a leadership shake-up in Nigeria's security apparatus amid ongoing kidnapping-for-profit challenges.

Trump Orders Military to Prepare for Possible Action in Nigeria
world6 months ago

Trump Orders Military to Prepare for Possible Action in Nigeria

US President Donald Trump has ordered the preparation of military plans for possible action in Nigeria, citing concerns over violence against Christians, though evidence for such targeted persecution is disputed. Nigeria's government denies religious intolerance, and the situation involves ongoing conflicts with jihadist groups like Boko Haram, which have caused widespread violence mostly affecting Muslims and Christians alike. Trump has also designated Nigeria a 'Country of Particular Concern' for religious freedom violations, threatening sanctions and military intervention if the Nigerian government does not address the issues.

Boko Haram Attacks Borno, Killing Over 60
world8 months ago

Boko Haram Attacks Borno, Killing Over 60

Boko Haram killed over 60 people in an overnight attack in Borno State, Nigeria, targeting the village of Darul Jamal, with military strikes killing 30 militants in response. The attack marks a resurgence in jihadist activity in the region, which has suffered a 15-year insurgency causing over 40,000 deaths and displacing more than two million people.