At least seven terrorists affiliated with the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have been killed in an explosion while attempting to assemble improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Borno State, northeastern Nigeria. The deadly incident occurred on December 30, 2024, in a remote area between Ba’anfani and Koleram, located within the volatile Lake Chad Basin.
The explosion, which took place as the terrorists were preparing the IEDs, is believed to have occurred while they were likely planning to use the devices for future attacks in the region. The tragic event was reported by Zagazola Makama, a prominent counterterrorism and insurgency expert focused on the Lake Chad Basin. Makama confirmed the details through sources with knowledge of the region’s security situation.
The Lake Chad Basin has long been a hotspot for ISWAP activity, with the group often resorting to the use of IEDs as part of its terror tactics. The failed attack and the resulting fatalities highlight the ongoing challenges posed by insurgent groups in the area, as they continue to engage in violent operations despite ongoing counterterrorism efforts. The explosion marks another significant event in the region’s complex and persistent battle against extremist violence.
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