Nigerian troops repel coordinated jihadist attacks in Borno

Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai troops have repelled coordinated attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa on four villages in Borno State, but lost one officer in the clashes, according to BusinessDay Nigeria. The attacks underscore the ongoing deterioration of Nigeria's security situation in the northeast, where jihadist groups continue conducting deadly operations despite government counteroffensive efforts.