Boko Haram Devastates Military Base in Borno Commander, 19 Soldiers Killed
Boko Haram terrorists launched a brutal assault on the 149 Battalion in Malam-Fatori, Borno State, resulting in the death of a military commander, two senior officers, and 17 soldiers.
The coordinated attack occurred on Friday, January 24, 2025, targeting a strategic military base in a border town between Nigeria and Niger Republic. Insurgents arrived in multiple gun trucks, systematically destroying military infrastructure and operational vehicles.
Key Developments
- Commanding officer and base medical director among those killed
- Significant military personnel casualties and missing personnel
- Attack follows recent militant operations in Damboa Local Government Area
Strategic Context: Since Abubakar Shekau’s death, ISWAP has been consolidating power around Lake Chad, with hundreds of Boko Haram fighters defecting and joining their ranks.
Humanitarian Impact: The insurgency has caused over 100,000 deaths and displaced millions, predominantly in Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe states. Thousands of displaced persons currently seek refuge in Malam-Fatori.
Military Response: The Nigerian Army has consistently claimed insurgency is largely defeated, often downplaying operational losses.
The attack underscores the persistent security challenges facing Nigeria’s northeastern regions and the ongoing threat posed by terrorist organizations.
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Boko Haram Devastates Military Base in Borno: Commander, 19 Soldiers Killed