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Nigerian Soldiers Ambushed: Nine Killed in Landmine Attack

1/6/2026

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On January 5, 2026, nine Nigerian soldiers were killed and several injured after their convoy hit a landmine and faced gunfire.
The attack occurred near Bindundul village, about 20 kilometers from Kareto.
Abba Kaka Tuja of the Civilian Joint Task Force said the soldiers were traveling from Maiduguri to Damasak when the attack occurred around 1600 GMT.
An armored vehicle was destroyed in the explosion.

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On January 5, 2026, nine Nigerian soldiers were killed and several injured after their convoy hit a landmine and faced gunfire.
The attack occurred near Bindundul village, about 20 kilometers from Kareto.
Abba Kaka Tuja of the Civilian Joint Task Force said the soldiers were traveling from Maiduguri to Damasak when the attack occurred around 1600 GMT.
An armored vehicle was destroyed in the explosion.