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Periscoping Borno’s Post-Insurgency Recovery
Periscoping Borno’s Post-Insurgency Recovery By Zagazola Makama In the wake of the decade-long Boko Haram insurgency, the Borno State government, in collaboration with federal authorities and development partners, has initiated robust programs aimed at...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Rising Extremism in Nigeria: Dangerous Spread of Radical Ideology
emerging as a significant security threat across Nigeria, particularly marked by the activities of radical groups such as Boko Haram and the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). These groups are not only advocating for violent ideologies but are also...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Nigerian Army restates commitment to end insurgency
Makama The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed commitment of the Nigerian Army to end Boko Haram insurgency in Borno and parts of the North-East. Oluyede said this when paid homage to the Shehu of Borno, Alhaji Abubakar...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Experts Debunk CP’s Claim Linking Lakurawa to Dansadau Explosions
devices (IEDs) since they came to the North West. The sources said that for years, local bandit groups have sought Boko Haram’s expertise in crafting and deploying IEDs. However, sources indicate that Boko Haram factions have largely resisted these...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Lack of Professionalism in TCN’s Communication: A Security Risk
highlighted the strategic importance of the infrastructure, unintentionally alerting terrorist groups such as Bandits or Boko Haram to its operational status. This is particularly concerning in light of history of targeting and destroying power...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Troops Neutralize Five Terrorists in Borno, Recover Weapons
(CJTF) conducted a successful fighting patrol to Hashime in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno State, neutralizing five Boko Haram terrorists and recovering weapons. Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation, which took place in the...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Troops of Operation Hadin Kai Kill Boko Haram Commander Abu Shekau, 4 Others in Yobe
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai Kill Boko Haram Commander Abu Shekau, 4 Others in Yobe By: Zagazola Makama Troops of Sector 2, Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with local vigilantes, successfully repelled an attempted attack by Boko Haram terrorists...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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The story of Alice, aid worker who escaped 6 years in captivity faces death threat from ISWAP
case of Alice, has much to offer too intelligence community to further execution of operations and enrich its database on BOKO HARAM and it's vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, the unwavering support of Mr Nuhu Ribadu, National Security Adviser, Theater...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Celebration Rocks JAS Boko Haram Camp Over ISWAP Defeat in Kukawa
Celebration Rocks JAS Boko Haram Camp Over ISWAP Defeat in Kukawa By: Zagazola Makama Celebrations have erupted within the camp of Jama’atu Ahlis-Sunnah Lid-Da’awati Wal-Jihad (JAS), also known as Boko Haram, following the failed attack by their...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Chad Minister Visits Bagasola to Assess Boko Haram Damage after Deadly attack
Chad Minister Visits Bagasola to Assess Boko Haram Damage after Deadly attack By: Zagazola Makama Dr. Boukar Michel, Chad’s Minister of Communications, Digital Economy, and Digitalization, visited Bagasola on November 22 to evaluate the aftermath of...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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of operations, where he commanded 27 Task Force Brigade and Commander Sector 2 of the Nigerian Army at the peak of the Boko Haram insurgency in 2020. His resume speaks for itself, a resolute leadership in a time of need. As General Officer Commanding 6...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Lakurawa Militants Launch Deadly Attacks in Dosso Region of Niger Republic
Their attire, distinctive turbans and beards along with their ideological connections to larger jihadist groups like Boko Haram and al-Qaeda, has helped them integrate into various communities, furthering their expansion across borders. The group’s...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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currently led by President Mahamat Idriss Déby. During interrogation, one detainee reportedly expressed allegiance to Boko Haram and jihadist ideals. Statements made during the questioning included:A declaration that the Zaghawa tribe, despite holding...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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How cross-border smuggling increases Terrorism within the LCRBA
alongside funds and a strong ideological base that aids support to provide essential supplies to terrorist groups such as Boko Haram factions. These networks, stretching across the Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon, Niger, the Sahel and greater SAHEL which have...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Zulum Opens Summit to Reform Almajiri Education
citizens of Borno. The governor stressed that improper teaching of Islamic studies has contributed to the emergence of Boko Haram insurgents in the state. He noted that to curtail the adverse effects associated with Almajiri education; Borno State...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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LUKURAWA: another insurgency sponsored by foreign body to destabilize Nigeria
to fall apart when the extremist groups begin to impost ideologies linked to the Khawarij sect, similar to the beliefs of Boko Haram. A Shift to Extremism The LAKURAWA, which includes a diverse ethnic makeup of Malians, Arabs, Tuaregs, and Fulani, is...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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claimed Nigerian military personnel were involved in forced terminations of pregnancies for over 10,000 women affected by Boko Haram insurgents, as well as alleged killings of infants, as part of efforts to curb Boko Haram’s influence in North-East...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Operation Haskanite: Chadian Forces eliminate 96 Boko Haram, loses 15 personnel killed in a deadly clash By: Zagazola Makama The Chadian Defense and Security Forces said it killed 96 Boko Haram elements while it lost 15 of its personnel in a fierce...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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Operation Haskanite: Boko Haram Ambush Claims Chadian general and Senior Officers
Operation Haskanite: Boko Haram Ambush Claims Chadian general and Senior Officers BY; Zagazola Makama Atleast six high-ranking officers and soldiers of the Republic of Chad lost their lives, with several others wounded, in what is described as a...
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- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News
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DISTURBING: Lakurawa terrorists offer financial incentives to recruit youths in Sokoto
gangs, the Lakurawa are reported to adhere to extremist ideologies linked to the Khawarij sect, similar to the beliefs of Boko Haram. Local sources suggest that they employ a combination of financial incentives and ideological influence to gain support...
- Type: Article
- Author: Zagazola Makama
- Category: Breaking News