politics
February 16, 2026
Terrorists kill 32 people, took hostages in western Nigeria
As the Arise television channel notes, the pattern of these crimes is reminiscent of attacks by the extremist group Boko Haram
TL;DR
- Terrorists attacked three villages in western Nigeria: Tunga-Makeri, Konsoko, and Pissa.
- 32 local residents were killed, and an unknown number of hostages were taken.
- The attacks are similar to those by the extremist group Boko Haram.
- The Nigerian Armed Forces launched an offensive against Boko Haram on February 11.
- Boko Haram emerged in 2002 in Borno State, aiming to seize power in Nigeria.
- Since 2009, the group has engaged in terrorist activities.
- In 2015, the Nigerian Armed Forces defeated Boko Haram, reducing its territory.
- Militants established bases in neighboring countries, primarily the Lake Chad region.
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