Suspected terrorists set police outpost ablaze in Niger

Suspected terrorists have attacked a security outpost manned by the Nigeria Police Border Patrol Team in New Kalli village, Borgu, Niger State. The outpost was set ablaze during the assault. The incident occurred on January 5, 2026.

According to a report from Daily Trust, suspected terrorists attacked a security outpost near the border in New Kalli village, Borgu local government area of Niger State.
The outpost is operated by the Nigeria Police Border Patrol Team.
The assault resulted in the outpost being set ablaze, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region.
No details on casualties or the response measures were provided in the report.
This is not the first such incident in Niger State, which has been plagued by insecurity due to terrorist activities.
Neither the state nor federal government has issued a statement on potential actions as of yet.
The event raises further concerns about border security in Nigeria.

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