By Our Correspondent
Suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) have reportedly attacked a Nigerian Army base in Adamawa State, killing two soldiers and destroying military assets during the raid.
The insurgents stormed the camp in what sources described as a sudden and coordinated assault, triggering a fierce exchange of gunfire with troops stationed at the facility. The clash, which lasted several minutes, forced soldiers to mount a defensive response as the attackers attempted to overrun the base.
During the attack, several operational vehicles were set ablaze, and parts of the camp sustained visible damage. There are also reports suggesting that the militants may have seized weapons and ammunition before retreating, although these claims have yet to be officially confirmed.
The Nigerian Army has not released a formal statement detailing the full extent of casualties or material losses. Security forces are believed to have reinforced the surrounding area while efforts continue to track down those responsible.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in northeastern Nigeria, where ISWAP remains active. The group, which split from Boko Haram, has continued to target military formations and rural communities in a protracted insurgency that has destabilized parts of the region for over a decade.
