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The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has carried out new attacks in Northeast Nigeria, executing two individuals accused of spying for the Nigerian Army and raiding the properties of a police officer. The incidents, reported by security analyst Brant Philip, highlight continued militant activity in the region. Below is a summary of the key events: | Incident | Location | Reported Details | | Execution of Alleged Spies | Dekwa, Yobe & near Gubio, Borno | Two individuals accused of being army spies were killed. One was captured at home, and a vehicle was seized. | | Raid on Police Properties | Tetiba, Yobe State | Three houses belonging to Police Officer-in-Charge Mohammed Modu were set ablaze. Motorcycles and vehicles were stolen. No casualties were reported. | Details of the Incidents Security expert Brant Philip stated that ISWAP executed two alleged spies loyal to the Nigerian army. One was captured in his home in Dekwa, Yobe State, a...

YOLA, Adamawa State — The Headquarters of the Nigerian Army's 23 Brigade has issued a formal, detailed response to reports that its soldiers killed women protesters on Monday, categorically denying the allegations and providing an alternative narrative of a complex communal clash involving local militias. In a press statement released on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, the military command described earlier media reports as "baseless," "unfounded," and "an attempt to smear the image of the Brigade." The statement presents a timeline of events that directly contradicts claims that soldiers escorting the Brigade Commander opened fire on a women's protest. The Army's Account: A Timeline of Violence and Militia Action According to Captain Olusegun Abidoye, the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations for the Brigade, the incident stemmed from a long-simmering "communal clash" between the Bachama a...

A historical examination of socio-religious revolts, their drivers, and their enduring impact on Nigeria's security and social fabric. The landscape of Northern Nigeria has been marked by periodic eruptions of violent, religiously framed uprisings that have challenged state authority and caused immense human suffering.  While often simplistically labeled as "jihad" or "Muslim terrorism," these movements—from the Maitatsine riots of the 1980s to the ongoing Boko Haram insurgency—are complex phenomena rooted in a confluence of theological dissent, socio-economic marginalization, political manipulation, and historical grievances.  This analysis traces this evolution, seeking to understand the changing nature of these conflicts while maintaining an objective focus on facts, contexts, and consequences. Part 1: The Maitatsine Uprisings (1980-1985) – A Millenarian Revolt The first major shock to post-colonial Nigeria's stability ...

In a sermon addressing Nigeria's security crisis, prominent clergyman Dr. Paul Enenche has publicly called for military personnel to come forward to be anointed with oil, claiming divine intervention can lead to victory against terrorists. Dr. Paul Enenche, the Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has made a direct appeal to Nigeria's armed forces, offering spiritual anointing as a form of support in the fight against terrorism. During a recent sermon, Pastor Enenche stated, "Let the military come, let's pour oil on their head," emphasizing the church's readiness to provide "spiritual firepower" to complement the nation's military efforts. To support his call, the cleric shared a testimony involving a high-ranking military officer who he said was a Major General and former commander of the 231 Battalion in Borno State. According to Enenche, the officer, then a Lieutenant Colonel, was anointed with oil in the church. T...