Deadly Ambush: Nigerian Soldiers Face Tragic Attack in Borno

At least nine Nigerian soldiers were killed and several injured when their convoy hit a landmine in Borno state. The attack occurred near Bindundul village, where ISWAP fighters are active. The soldiers were en route from Maiduguri to Damasak when militants launched a surprise assault.

At least nine Nigerian soldiers lost their lives in Borno state after their convoy encountered a landmine and subsequent gunfire, according to security sources.

On Sunday, the deadly ambush occurred near Bindundul village, in a region where ISWAP militants are known to operate. Several other soldiers were injured in the attack.

The convoy was traveling from Maiduguri to Damasak when the incident unfolded, leaving military officials yet to comment on the growing threat in Nigeria's volatile northeast.

(With inputs from agencies.)