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ISWAP terrorists attack military post in Borno

ISWAP terrorists attack military post in Borno

Suspected terrorists of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have launched a deadly overnight assault on a military outpost in Diffa, Borno State, forcing troops to retreat before infiltrating a densely populated area, local sources report.

According to a report by counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the attack began around midnight between February 14 and 15, with the terrorists wielding automatic weapons to overpower security forces.

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Facing intense gunfire, the troops withdrew, allowing the assailants to briefly enter the Festival Quarter, a heavily populated district.

Before retreating, the attackers reportedly looted supplies, with unverified images of stolen items circulating online

. Authorities have yet to issue an official response.

ISWAP terrorists attack military post in Borno

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