Tag: Nigerian Army

Amnesty International believes that around 1,200 people are currently detained at Giwa barracks in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions.

Nigerian soldiers fighting Boko Haram say they have cleared more camps in Sambisa Forest

"During the operation, one Boko Haram terrorist was captured alive."

The offences of the two generals were not disclosed.

Mr. Shuwa was murdered on November 2, 2012 in his residence in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, by gunmen

He said six soldiers sustained gunshot injuries during the battle.

Some Boko Haram members were killed in the process, Mr. Usman said.

The army says its troops are not guarding the grave site.

At least 347 Shittes were killed.

A suicide bomber was intercepted by troops.

The Army has of recent announced arrest of several high profile suspected terrorists, but their whereabouts remains unknown.

Army says drastic action would be taken against those who violate the curfew.

Amnesty International wants those responsible for the killings punished.

The government accuse the Shi'a members of killing a soldier.

The army says a planned march may distract its personnel.

At least one soldier was killed.

“This operation was in conjunction with the Civilian JTF because they led us through the routes."

The road was closed for three years due to the activities of Boko Haram.

The troops also discovered well constructed observation posts on tree tops.

“Let me reiterate that Nigeria retains the sovereign capacity to investigate and punish the alleged crimes."

Kaduna government has admitted 347 Shiites were killed by the army.

The government did not say whether relatives of the victims were given opportunity to identify and recover their loved ones ...

The victims are mostly women and children.

On December 12, armed soldiers clashed with members of the sect in Zaria, Kaduna State.