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Boko Haram Assaults Nigerian Military, Eight Soldiers Killed

1/22/2026

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On January 22, 2026, Boko Haram attacked a military formation in Borno State, Nigeria, killing eight soldiers and injuring 50.
The insurgents arrived on motorcycles and armored vehicles and engaged troops in the Timbuktu Triangle.
A second explosive-laden vehicle breached defenses and caused further casualties among soldiers and the Civilian Joint Task Force.
Wounded soldiers and Civilian Joint Task Force members were transported to Maimalari Barracks in Maiduguri.

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Story summary

On January 22, 2026, Boko Haram attacked a military formation in Borno State, Nigeria, killing eight soldiers and injuring 50.
The insurgents arrived on motorcycles and armored vehicles and engaged troops in the Timbuktu Triangle.
A second explosive-laden vehicle breached defenses and caused further casualties among soldiers and the Civilian Joint Task Force.
Wounded soldiers and Civilian Joint Task Force members were transported to Maimalari Barracks in Maiduguri.