Nigeria: 'No Safe Haven' - Army Draws Battle Line Against Lakurawa Terrorists

What the report says

The Nigerian Army has stepped up operations in Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State after concerns over activity by the Lakurawa terrorist group near the Sokoto-Kebbi border corridor, according to Vanguard’s report distributed by AllAfrica. The article says the military moved to strengthen security around vulnerable communities to prevent further attacks and stop infiltration into border settlements.

Vanguard reported that Major General Bemgha Paul Koughna, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division, visited the Forward Operating Base in Kebbe and nearby affected communities on Sunday to assess the security situation and review troop readiness. The visit followed heightened concern after a reported attack on Ungushi community, which unsettled residents and increased calls for a stronger military presence in the area.

During the visit, Koughna met community leaders and residents, assured them that troops remained deployed and alert, and said the Army would not allow terrorists to establish a foothold or turn Kebbe into a safe corridor. The military also said its security posture was adjusted in response to local risks. The report noted that the Army is urging residents to share timely and credible intelligence with security agencies, reflecting a wider counterinsurgency approach in which local cooperation is seen as important for early detection and disruption of armed ჯგუფs. The article did not provide details on casualties or confirm the outcome of the renewed operations.