At least 50 Boko Haram insurgents were killed during an ambush on a Nigerian infrastructure security convoy, while seven officers from the Civil Defense Corps remain missing. The incident occurred during a routine patrol monitoring power grid installations, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the region. The attack, involving approximately 200 Boko Haram fighters, demonstrated the group’s continued operational capacity despite military pressure and internal conflicts over the past 15 years. The Nigerian Civil Defense Corp spokesperson, Babawale Afolabi, confirmed that several additional security personnel sustained injuries during the engagement. This latest confrontation illustrates the ongoing challenges facing Nigerian security forces in protecting vital infrastructure and maintaining regional stability against determined insurgent forces.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 21, 2024 11:25 UTC