Borno

Borno State is a state in northeastern Nigeria, with Maiduguri as its capital. It has been a focal point of jihadist insurgency for years. Borno is newsworthy due to a recent surge in violence. Recent events include multiple suspected suicide bombings in Maiduguri, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries, shattering the city's relative calm. Additionally, Islamic militants have abducted over 300 people in the region. These attacks contribute to Nigeria recording the largest increase in terrorism deaths globally in 2025. The increasing use of drones by jihadist groups in West Africa, including in Borno, further escalates the conflict and raises concerns about their growing capabilities. Borno's situation is significant as it reflects the broader trend of escalating jihadist violence in the region, even as global terrorism deaths decline.