158 cattle recovered across Borno, Zamfara, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Plateau states. A family member of an ISWAP terrorist surrendered in Borno. Military intensifies operations to reclaim territories and assets. The Nigerian Army has intensified its operations against terrorist groups, recovering 158 cattle and securing the surrender of an ISWAP family member in coordinated actions across … Read more
Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force, MNJTF, have repelled an attack by Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, fighters on their base in Darak, Cameroon. A counterinsurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, reported that the attack occurred around 1 am on Wednesday. According to the publication, the troops launched a … Read more
Fourteen Nigerian fishermen were reportedly killed by Boko Haram terrorists in Niger’s Diffa district. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the victims, who had fled violence in northeastern Nigeria, were ambushed on Sunday while fishing near Bosso, a location close to the Nigerian border. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, … Read more
Troops of Sector 3, operating under the Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF) and Operation Hadin Kai, have thwarted a terrorist attack by Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, terrorists in Kukawa, Borno State. This was made known on Monday by Zagazola Makama, a Lake Chad Basin counterterrorism and insurgency expert, in a post on his … Read more
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has confirmed the deaths of five soldiers in an ambush by Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Borno State. According to Major General Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, the attack also left ten soldiers wounded, with four others reported missing. The terrorists destroyed military equipment during the assault, including … Read more
The military has uncovered an intensified recruitment drive by terrorist groups, particularly ISWAP, using social media channels. In response, military forces have pledged to maintain their offensive operations to eliminate these threats, according to Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, in a statement on Saturday. Buba highlighted that recent air and ground … Read more
Former Department of State Services (DSS) operative Seyi Adetayo has urged swift action following the emergence of a new terrorist group, Lakurawa, cautioning Nigerians that the nation is facing a war-like threat. In an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Friday, Adetayo likened Lakurawa to established terror groups such as ISWAP, Boko Haram, and … Read more
Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Operation Hadin Kai, Sector 3, have foiled an attempted attack by the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists along Magumeri – Maiduguri axis, in Borno. The troops also recovered catche of ammunitions from the insurgents in a tactical operation in the area. Lt.-Col. Olaniyi Osaba, … Read more
A notorious Boko Haram terrorist, Bochu Abacha, has surrendered to troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) stationed in Kukawa Local Government Area, Borno State. In a statement released on Saturday, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, the MNJTF Information Officer, confirmed that Abacha admitted to participating in numerous operations linked to Boko Haram and the … Read more
On Tuesday, 34 bodies recovered after an assault by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in the Mafa community of Yobe State were laid to rest. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this attack happened on Sunday, and is considered the most severe in the state since the Boko Haram insurgency began 14 years ago. The Yobe State … Read more
Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja has authorised the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) to detain Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) A. A. Babangida and 19 others for 30 days. This detention is related to their suspected involvement in banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism. The court’s ruling allows DIA operatives to thoroughly investigate … Read more
Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force, deployed in Sector 3 Monguno, along with intelligence operatives and the Civilian Joint Task Force, have intercepted a Boko Haram/ISWAP logistics supply syndicate at Cross Kauwa Market in Monguno, Borno State. In a statement on Tuesday, Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Chief Military Information Officer of the MNJTF Headquarters … Read more
Mahmud Mamman Nur Albarnawy, eldest son of ISWAP founder Mamman Nur, surrenders to NSCDC in Maiduguri Zagazola Makama facilitates Mahmud’s surrender through his uncle in Gamborun Ngala Mahmud confesses to participating in Boko Haram assaults and is transferred to Bulunkutu Rehabilitation Centre, ISWAP history detailed, NSCDC investigates ISWAP leader’s son EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the military has received an order from a Federal High Court in Borno to release at least 313 suspected terrorists. The decision of the court to release the suspects was based on the lack of evidence to incriminate them following the investigation. Editor’s Picks Tinubu Appoints Dangote, Elumelu, Others To … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has unveiled the identity of 15 entities, including nine individuals and six Bureau De Change operators and firms, allegedly involved in terrorism financing. Details of the development were revealed by the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit, in an email sent to our correspondent on Tuesday night, entitled “Designation … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that a prominent leader of the Boko Haram terrorist group, Mustapha Ari, has dumped the group and pitched his tent with the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. This online media platform understands Ari holds the position of Chief Imam within the Boko Haram faction located in Mandara Mountain. EDITOR’S … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a devastating incident, at least four policemen lost their lives in an attack by suspected fighters from the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) on a police station in Gajiram town, Nganzai Local Government Area of Borno State. According To Daily Trust, security sources report that the attackers, armed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that at least sixty fighters from Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) groups have been reportedly killed during a renewed infighting in Borno State. A counter-insurgency expert and and Security Analyst focused on the Lake Chad region, Zagazola Makama, made this known in a post via his … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that about 49 civilians and 15 soldiers were killed by the Islamist militants in Mali. Editor’s Pick Gabon: Military Leader Appoints Opposition As Prime Minister Murray-Bruce Urges Petitioners To Accept Presidential Election Tribunal Judgment Obi To Appeal Tribunal’s Verdict At The Supreme Court The militant group attacked a military camp … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that over 100 terrorists have been killed in the clash between the Bakoura Buduma Boko Haram faction and the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) fighters. It was gathered that the battle which began at about 12pm on Saturday, took place at a location Bakuram in the fringes of Lake … Read more