A military strategist has warned that Boko Haram is planning an imminent attack on Maiduguri, Borno State capital, after seizing military weapons and ammunition in recent clashes.
The group has strengthened its operational capacity and has momentum, making it likely to exploit the situation.
The strategist urged Nigerian authorities to take proactive measures to prevent the attack, including strengthening defensive measures and intensifying intelligence gathering.
Recent attacks on military bases in Borno and Yobe states have raised concerns about the group’s growing firepower and ability to sustain prolonged campaigns.
In early March 2026, Boko Haram and ISWAP carried out coordinated assaults on multiple military installations, killing soldiers and looting weapons.
The Nigerian military has vowed to crush Boko Haram and ISWAP, with the Chief of Army Staff assuring that troops are managing the security situation and stepping up operations to eliminate remaining fighters.
