12 Terrorists Killed in Foiled Attack on Borno Military Base
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- •On May 23, Nigerian troops killed 12 terrorists during an attack on a military base in Borno State.
- •Between May 24 and 25, the army rescued 92 civilians kidnapped by terrorists in Borno.
- •The troops destroyed several improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by insurgents in the region.
- •The militants involved are linked to Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Nigerian troops continue successful operations against Boko Haram and ISWAP then the insurgents' capacity to launch attacks and kidnap civilians in Borno will decrease, improving regional stability and civilian safety.
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AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Troops rescue 92 civilians, destroy IEDs in BornoAFRICAPremium Times (Nigeria)Nigerian troops rescue 92 civilians kidnapped by terrorists in Borno — ArmyAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Army rescues 92 kidnapped civilians in Borno, neutralises IEDsAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Boko Haram attack foiled as troops rescue 92 kidnap victims in Borno