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Nigeria: Containing Nigeria's Spiraling Insecurity

Nigeria faces escalating violence from non-state actors, particularly in Borno State, with recent bomb blasts resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries.

Mar 23 β€’ 06:51 UTC
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PHOTOS: Shettima arrives Lagos to brief Tinubu on Maiduguri situation

Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Lagos to report to President Bola Tinubu on the security situation in Maiduguri after recent deadly attacks.

Mar 22 β€’ 16:06 UTC
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Nigeria recorded two world’s deadliest terror attacks – Report

Nigeria has experienced two of the world's deadliest terrorist attacks as noted in the 2026 Global Terrorism Index, with one incident resulting in the deaths of 58 villagers and five soldiers.

Mar 22 β€’ 00:59 UTC
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Army kills dozens of terrorists, foils drone attack, in Borno, others

Nigerian troops conducted successful military operations in North-East Borno, eliminating numerous terrorists and foiling a drone attack.

Mar 20 β€’ 18:35 UTC
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Nigeria: Shettima Present As Borno Witnesses Peaceful Eid Prayers Amid Tight Security

Eid al-Fitr prayers in Maiduguri, Borno State, were conducted peacefully under tight security despite recent security concerns.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:27 UTC
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Nigeria: Shettima Present As Borno Witnesses Peaceful Eid Prayers Amid Tight Security

Eid al-Fitr prayers in Maiduguri, Borno State, were conducted peacefully under stringent security measures amid ongoing concerns over recent violence.

Mar 20 β€’ 12:27 UTC
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Nigeria: Borno Governor Warns of Possible Suicide Attacks in Maiduguri During Eid

The Borno Governor has urged residents of Maiduguri to remain vigilant during Eid celebrations due to intelligence of potential suicide attacks.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:19 UTC
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Nigeria: Borno Governor Warns of Possible Suicide Attacks in Maiduguri During Eid

Governor Babagana Zulum has warned Maiduguri residents about potential suicide attacks during Eid celebrations following intelligence reports and recent violence in the area.

Mar 20 β€’ 11:19 UTC
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Terrorists used tricycles to deliver bombs in Borno attacks β€” Ndume

Senator Ali Ndume claims that the recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Borno State, were executed using commercial tricycles, resulting in multiple casualties.

Mar 19 β€’ 20:55 UTC
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Borno gov vows to hunt down terrorist informants, sympathisers

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has vowed to track down and prosecute individuals who provide support or shelter to terrorists, declaring them enemies of the state.

Mar 19 β€’ 20:01 UTC
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Terrorism: CDS did not indict Borno, Yobe residents – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters clarified that recent statements made by the Chief of Defence Staff regarding the residents of Borno and Yobe States were misinterpreted and did not imply any general accusations of complicity in terrorism.

Mar 19 β€’ 19:37 UTC
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Sallah: Police restrict tricycle movement in Borno, urge residents to pray near homes

The Borno State Police Command has restricted tricycle movement to ensure safety during the Sallah celebrations and encouraged residents to pray close to their homes.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:33 UTC
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National & Local

Major Islamist terror attack stopped in Nigeria

The Nigerian army successfully repelled a large-scale Islamist terror attack in Borno State, resulting in the deaths of over 80 militants, including three senior commanders.

Mar 19 β€’ 14:14 UTC
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Locals helping terrorists fuel insecurity, warns CDS

The Chief of Defence Staff of Nigeria urged residents in Borno and Yobe states to reject support for terrorist activities to combat insecurity effectively.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:15 UTC
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National & Local

Troops kill three ISWAP commanders, 80 fighters in Borno

Nigerian troops successfully repelled a Boko Haram attack in Borno, resulting in the deaths of three commanders and over 80 insurgents.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:15 UTC
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National & Local

Declare national emergency on child soldiers

The article calls for a national emergency declaration in Nigeria to address the recruitment of child soldiers by militant groups, highlighting the urgent need for intervention.

Mar 19 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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PHOTOS: Shettima visits Borno bomb blast victims, promises action against terrorists

Vice President Kashim Shettima visited the victims of recent bomb blasts in Borno, reaffirming the government's commitment to fighting terrorism effectively.

Mar 18 β€’ 21:51 UTC
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Borno bombing: Yobe governor donates N10 million, condoles victims’ families

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni donated N10 million to support victims' families affected by recent bomb explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State.

Mar 18 β€’ 18:21 UTC
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AU condemns Borno bombings, offers condolences

The African Union condemned the recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria, which resulted in 23 deaths and over 100 injuries, offering condolences to victims' families.

Mar 18 β€’ 18:01 UTC
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Soldiers kill ISWAP commanders, over 60 fighters in Borno- Army

Nigerian troops killed over 60 insurgents and thwarted a Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Borno State.

Mar 18 β€’ 15:13 UTC
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Bomb blast: Travelers lament 2km walk to cross checkpoints into Yobe, Borno

Travelers to Yobe and Borno states are facing a new security procedure involving a two-kilometer walk across checkpoints due to a recent spate of attacks.

Mar 18 β€’ 12:19 UTC
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National & Local

CDS Oluyede, COAS land in Borno after bomb blasts

Nigerian military leadership has arrived in Borno State following deadly bomb blasts that killed 23 and injured 108 people.

Mar 18 β€’ 12:16 UTC
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Borno bombings: Ex-APC spokesman Frank slams Tinubu’s UK visit

Former APC spokesman Timi Frank criticizes President Bola Tinubu's UK visit amid tragic bombings in Borno.

Mar 17 β€’ 16:45 UTC
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Nigeria: Presidency Flags 'Fake' Trump Post On Tinubu, Borno Attacks

The Nigerian Presidency has labeled a social media post purportedly from Donald Trump criticizing President Tinubu's handling of security in the North-East as fake and misleading.

Mar 17 β€’ 15:38 UTC
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Maiduguri blasts signal resurgence of terrorism, erosion of public trust β€” Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Borno State, emphasizing the threat to public trust in government and urging a reevaluation of security measures.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:48 UTC
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Speaker Abbas mourns victims of Borno bomb blasts

The Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, mourns the victims of suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Borno State, which claimed at least 23 lives and injured over 100 people.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:47 UTC
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Sallah: Police heighten security in Yobe after Maiduguri bomb blasts

The Yobe State Police Command has increased security measures in the state following recent bomb blasts in Maiduguri, Borno State, in preparation for the upcoming Sallah festivities.

Mar 17 β€’ 14:41 UTC
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Obi condemns Maiduguri bombings, calls for action

Former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Borno State, emphasizing the severe insecurity facing the country.

Mar 17 β€’ 13:44 UTC
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National & Local

Borno blast victim recounts β€˜loud noise’ after breaking fast

A victim of the recent explosion in Maiduguri, Borno State, recounted the traumatic event that occurred after breaking their fast, which left them severely injured.

Mar 17 β€’ 13:38 UTC
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Families search for missing relatives after Maiduguri bomb blasts

Families are actively searching for missing relatives following bomb blasts in Maiduguri, Nigeria, that left 23 dead and 108 injured.

Mar 17 β€’ 13:10 UTC
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Army repels ISWAP attacks in Borno, recovers arms

The Nigerian Army successfully repelled attacks by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Borno State, inflicting heavy casualties on the attackers while recovering arms.

Mar 17 β€’ 12:52 UTC
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Tinubu orders security chiefs to Maiduguri after fresh attacks

President Bola Tinubu has mandated Nigeria’s security chiefs to move to Maiduguri to address the recent terrorist attacks and enhance security measures in the area.

Mar 17 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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Maiduguri bombings: Timeline of major attacks in Nigeria’s Borno state

Recent suicide bombings in Maiduguri, Nigeria, resulted in at least 23 fatalities and over 100 injuries, marking a severe escalation in violence in the region.

Mar 17 β€’ 11:30 UTC
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Presidency debunks fake Trump tweet criticising Tinubu over Borno attacks

The Nigerian Presidency has dismissed a viral fake tweet attributed to Donald Trump that criticized the security situation under President Tinubu's administration.

Mar 17 β€’ 11:29 UTC
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Northern governors condemn Borno triple bombings as barbaric, cowardly

Northern governors in Nigeria criticized the recent deadly bombings in Borno State, labeling them as cowardly acts targeting innocent civilians.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:45 UTC
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Tinubu mourns Borno blast victims, vows to crush terrorists

President Bola Tinubu expresses condolences for victims of terrorist attacks in Borno State and pledges to strengthen security measures.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:28 UTC
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Two brothers recount miraculous escape from Borno blast

Two brothers share their near-death experience during a recent bombing in Maiduguri, Nigeria, which resulted in numerous casualties.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:05 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
National & Local

Multiple suicide bomb explosions hit Nigeria (VIDEO)

Multiple suicide bomb blasts in Maiduguri, Nigeria have resulted in at least 23 dead and 108 injured.

Mar 17 β€’ 09:18 UTC
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Ndume condemns Borno bomb attack, urges vigilance ahead of Eid

Senator Ali Ndume has condemned a recent bomb attack in Maiduguri, urging increased vigilance ahead of the Eid celebrations.

Mar 17 β€’ 09:07 UTC
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Army raises the alarm over multiple suicide bombers in Borno

The Nigerian Army has issued a warning regarding the potential deployment of multiple suicide bombers in Maiduguri, following a recent deadly bombing incident attributed to Boko Haram.

Mar 17 β€’ 08:45 UTC
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World

Attack leaves 23 dead and over 100 injured in Nigeria

At least 23 people have died and 108 have been injured in multiple suspected suicide bomb attacks in Maiduguri, Nigeria.

Mar 17 β€’ 07:38 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
World

Nigeria: at least 23 dead and over 100 injured in several suicide bombings in the capital of Borno State

At least 23 people were killed and over 100 injured in multiple suicide bombings in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, Nigeria.

Mar 17 β€’ 07:30 UTC
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Police secure three bomb explosion scenes in Maiduguri

The Borno State Police command has confirmed that three locations in Maiduguri were targeted by suspected suicide bombers, prompting clearance operations at the sites.

Mar 16 β€’ 22:55 UTC
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World

Multiple people killed, injured after bombs explode in Nigeria: officials

Multiple bombs detonated in northeastern Nigeria, resulting in numerous casualties and injuries amidst a suspected Boko Haram insurgency.

Mar 16 β€’ 22:49 UTC
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Zulum condemns Borno explosion

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum condemned a recent explosion in the metropolis, calling it a cowardly attack during Ramadan and urging increased security.

Mar 16 β€’ 21:44 UTC
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BREAKING: Many feared dead as bomb explosions rock Maiduguri

Multiple bomb explosions in Maiduguri have reportedly resulted in numerous casualties and injuries, with emergency services responding to the scene.

Mar 16 β€’ 20:31 UTC
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Terrorists strike another military camp in Borno

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked a military camp in the Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria, amidst ongoing violence in the region.

Mar 16 β€’ 08:46 UTC
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Nigeria: Midnight Terror Attack Foiled in Maiduguri, Other Parts of Borno

A coordinated midnight terror attack was foiled in Maiduguri, Nigeria, thanks to the efforts of a joint military and police force.

Mar 16 β€’ 08:32 UTC
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Nigeria: Boko Haram Hits Another Military Location in Borno

Boko Haram has attacked a military outpost in Borno State, Nigeria, amidst simultaneous assaults on other military locations, prompting a response from the military, police, and civilian forces.

Mar 16 β€’ 04:58 UTC
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JUST IN: Terrorists attack Borno community

Residents in Maiduguri, Borno State experienced panic following a suspected terrorist attack early Monday morning, leading to military and police responses.

Mar 16 β€’ 01:33 UTC

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