Troops foil terrorist attempt to overrun four military locations in north-east

Nigerian troops repelled terrorists' bid to overrun four military sites in the north-east, causing heavy losses to the attackers.

Troops in Nigeria's north-east region foiled a terrorist attempt to overrun four military locations, according to a report by ThisDayLive. The military inflicted heavy casualties on the attackers during the confrontation. Details on the exact locations, timing beyond the report's publication on March 17, 2026, or further outcomes remain limited in available information. This incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the area.

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Dramatic photo illustration depicting the aftermath of a Boko Haram attack on a military base in Borno State, Nigeria, with smoke, debris, and militants' flag.
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Boko Haram claims attack on Borno military base

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Boko Haram terrorists have claimed responsibility for an attack on a military base in Ngoshe, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, where they killed soldiers and vowed to establish a caliphate there. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar criticized the federal government for targeting opposition figures while ignoring ethnic militias. Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, condemned the attack and called for immediate action to prevent further loss of life.

Nigerian troops killed over 80 terrorists, including commanders, in Borno state.

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The Nigerian military has recaptured its forward operation base in Ngoshe town, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, after gunning down terrorists.

The Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has urged the Nigerian military to adopt a more proactive and aggressive strategy in confronting terrorists.

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