The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has claimed responsibility for a series of deadly attacks in Nigeria’s northwestern regions earlier this month, targeting both security forces and Christian civilians.
In messages posted via its “Amaq” news agency, ISWAP asserted it conducted these operations, providing video and photographic evidence of some assaults.
In Borno state, ISWAP claimed responsibility for an attack on an army barracks in Yamtage town, alleging the killing of three soldiers and the burning of the facility.
The group also stated its fighters captured and killed four pro-government militia members in the same state.
In Adamawa state, ISWAP claimed two attacks on the Christian community of Banga village.
The first, on April 15, reportedly resulted in the deaths of two Christians and the torching of over 30 houses and a church.
The second attack on Banga, on April 16, targeted a police patrol, damaging a vehicle and injuring officers. ISWAP also released photos of an attack on Lareh village in Adamawa, showing torched Christian homes and a church, though without a formal claim.
Boko Haram and ISWAP have largely operated in northeastern Nigeria, targeting security forces and civilians, causing numerous deaths and displacements.