Kaduna, Nigeria – Thirty-one civilians held hostage after a Sunday morning attack on a church in Ariko, Kaduna State have been rescued, according to the Nigerian Army. The assault during Easter celebrations left at least five people dead, although a local church official initially reported seven fatalities. “Our soldiers engaged…
At least 18 people, including seven soldiers, were killed after suspected militants from Boko Haram attacked a military base and a nearby community in northeastern Borno State, according to residents, militia members, and local security volunteers. The assault occurred late Tuesday near Ngoshe village in the Gwoza district, close to…
The 12 member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reportedly agreed to establish a new military force aimed at countering jihadist activity and insecurity in the region, according to sources cited by AFP. Military chiefs reached the decision during a weekend meeting in Freetown, focusing…
Mali is witnessing a sharp escalation in insecurity as jihadist groups carry out an unprecedented wave of kidnappings targeting foreigners. Data from the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) indicates that between May and October 2025, at least 22 to 26 foreign nationals were abducted the highest number…