IED

January 4, 2017

Bomb scare rocks Ebonyi

The discovery of an object suspected to be an improvised explosive device (IED in Okposi community in Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State on Wednesday led to panic. Police spokesperson, Jude Madu, confirmed the incident in Abakaliki. He said one Okoro Chikaodi discovered the object at the stream in the town. “He said that... Read More

September 26, 2016

IED kills 4 soldiers, injures 19 others in Borno

The Nigerian military on Sunday lost four of its men to an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Borno state. The unfortunate incident occurred as the troops were on administration patrol. In a statement issued by the Army spokesman, Colonel Sani Usman, the wounded soldiers are currently in stable condition. The statement read, “Today (Sunday), troops... Read More

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September 19, 2016

The YNaija Tracklist: Buhari spent N20m on ear infection | Security operatives raid Ogoni Community | Game of Thrones shines at the Emmys

From the papers this morning – a Tracklist Here’s how much Buhari spent on the treatment of his ear infection – YNaija 25-year-old defrauds Oyedepo, Dantata, others – YNaija Security operatives raid Ogoni community in search of notorious militant – YNaija Budget Padding Tracker: Jibrin owns £1.558m in secret UK account – NYCN – YNaija... Read More

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September 12, 2016

Troops neutralizes female suicide bomber in Borno (VIEWER DISCRETION)

The Nigerian Army has said it has killed a female suicide bomber who was carrying an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) at Kara Cattle market axis, Dikwa Local Government Area, Borno State. In a statement on Monday by Army Spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman, the incident which happened on Sunday led to minor injuries on two soldiers and a Civilian... Read More

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Mother, child, 2 others killed in Borno explosion

The Nigerian Army, on Sunday, revealed that an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) explosion in Biu, Borno state killed four persons, including a woman and her child, and two other men. According to a statement signed by Army spokesperson, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, the IED which was most likely buried a long time ago, exploded after a tricycle... Read More

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Boko Haram’s chief bomb maker killed – Army

Boko Haram’s chief bomb maker has been killed by a bodyguard of Abubakar Shekau, the leader of the sect. According to a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col Sani Usman, the chief bomb maker was shot dead today May 23. The unnamed chief bomb maker is said to be ‘one of the... Read More

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Suicide bomber detonates IED, blows off private parts (VIEWER DISCRETION)

A potential Boko Haram suicide bomber on Saturday morning, detonated his explosives which were strapped around his lower body region – in order to evade arrest. Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, Acting Director Army Public Relations, released a statement to this effect. The bomber was reportedly heading to Ummarari village, in Borno, to carry out an... Read More

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Boko Haram bomb factory destroyed by Nigerian Army

The Nigerian Army, on Saturday, disclosed that it has destroyed a factory where Boko Haram terrorists make Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bombs in Wulwata village, Bama Local Government Area, Borno state. According to a statement signed by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, the troops attached to 155 Task Force Battalion... Read More

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Nigerian troops discover Boko Haram explosives factory (PHOTOS)

A factory used for the production of Improvised Explosives Devices (IED) has been discovered by the Nigerian Army. Troops of the 7 Division Strike Group Team B came across the IED factory during a recent clearance operation at Kumshe village in Borno state. During the operation, the soldiers found rockets and high calibre ammunition among... Read More

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February 16, 2016

Cameroonian forces, Nigerian troops rescue 112 persons from Boko Haram (PHOTOS)

The troops of 26 Task Force Brigade, with the assistance of the Cameroonian forces, have rescued 8 men, 36 women and 68 children in Kirawa, Borno state. This was disclosed in a statement made available to journalists by the acting Director Army Public Relations, Sani Kukasheka Usman on Tuesday. The Cameroonian battalion were also able... Read More

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January 19, 2013

Here we go again: Explosion in Kogi kills 2 soldiers

by Vincent Ehiabhi An IED has killed two soldiers and injured five others, Saturday in Okene, Kogi state. An army spokesman added that they were part of the contingent set to be deployed to Mali. Major General Bola Koleoso said that the soldiers were among the troops being prepared for deployment in Mali as part... Read More

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December 4, 2012

Another bomb blast injures 3 Shari’a guards in Kano

by Akan Ido A bomb explosion in Kano yesterday injured three paramilitary personnel. The Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was said to have been planted by unknown persons by the wall of the Juma’at Praying ground at Kofar Mata, where the paramilitary personnel usually take shelter. The injured officers are from Hisbah Guards, Federal Road Safety... Read More

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September 30, 2012

On the offence: Army explains why it attacked Boko Haram stronghold in Kaduna

by Isi Esene A Nigerian Army joint force today released a statement giving reasons for launching a pre-emptive strike on suspected militants at Gaskiya area of Zaria, Kaduna today. According to the statement, the Army received security reports indicating the group is planning coordinated suicide attacks top coincide with tomorrow’s Independence anniversary. The Army confirmed... Read More

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September 19, 2012

JTF raids Boko Haram command centre in Kano

by Isi Esene Following the killing and arrest of certain key members of the Boko Haram Islamic sect a few days ago in Kano, the Joint Military Task Force (JTF) has gone further to raid the sect’s heavily equipped command and control centre. In the said incident, a top Boko Haram member widely believed to... Read More

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August 15, 2012

Update: Kaduna explosion aimed at shutting Islamic scholar, Sheikh Gumi up

by Akan Ido There are indications that the bomb which exploded in transit yesterday afternoon in Kaduna might have been targeted at the prominent Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi. The Sheikh has actively campaigned against the violent strategies employed by the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram, calling them the real enemies of Islam. During... Read More

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Fear grips Kano residents as police defuse explosive devices

by Isi Esene There was panic in Kano yesterday with the discovery of several high-calibre Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) behind a popular bakery along Rijiyar Zaki quarters of the northern state. The news of the discovery and the movement of troops towards the area further fuelled the panic with many residents scampering for safety. Deputy... Read More

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Explosive night – Bomb scare in popular Abuja club

An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) bomb exploded in the Wuse 2 district Abuja last night , damaging vehicles in the capital city. While the destruction was minimal—with two sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and a sedan being damaged and no reported casualties—people in the nearby Crystal Lounge left in a hurry. The bomb was said to have exploded in... Read More

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Dying words of a suicide bomber: It is God’s work (Warning: Graphic Image)

by Tolu Orekoya The suicide bomber lay bleeding on the hospital gurney, missing his fingers and some of his lower extremities, and his face covered with his own blood. He was being treated at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, where he was taken after the deadly package in his backpack detonated, but died from his extensive injuries... Read More

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Has it started? Bomb discovered in rural Imo State

by Tolu Orekoya Nigerians are in a heightened state of alertness after several groups have come forward to say that there may be a move to shift the thrust of terrorist attacks to the south of the country. On Wednesday a gardener found the explosive device at Umudo Village Hall, close to Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Obollo,... Read More

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