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Mali: Central Mali populations targeted by JNIM
Location:
Fangadougou, Mopti, Mali, Mali, Sahel
Summary:
#Mali 🇲🇱 | Since the beginning of September and despite significant flooding in the Dogon country ( #Mopti ), the Katiba Macina terrorists ( #JNIM ) have continued their attacks against the local populations.
🔹 The latest terrorist attacks were mainly carried out with the aim of seizing the livestock of shepherds and villagers.
🔴 Several shepherds were killed during the robberies, notably at #Fangadougou , #Bassagou_Kanda and #Sokoro_Kanda near #Diallassagou and #Timissa . One man [...]
Niger: Terror Attack on Nigerien Military Base in Tillia
Location:
Eknewane, Tahoua, Niger, Niger, Sahel
Incident Date:
September 18, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
4.00
Deaths:
24
Fatalities type:
- Military
Summary:
#Niger 🇳🇪 | 09/18, The military base located at #Eknewan , in the commune of #Tillia , is currently under fire from terrorists from #EIGS . According to security and local sources, the attackers launched a coordinated attack at 6:30 a.m., targeting the advanced post #FDS .
🔸 The terrorists arrived in large numbers on dozens of motorcycles, storming the National Guard position, where there were about a hundred elements. Local sources indicate that ISGS [...]
Nigeria: 5,000 Police Officers Arrive to Edo State Ahead of Governorship Election
Location:
edo, nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa
Incident Date:
September 18, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.00
Summary:
On September 18, 2024, 5,000 of the 35,000 police officers deployed for Edo State’s upcoming governorship election arrived. Soldiers, NSCDC officers, and EFCC personnel are also on the ground to ensure security. Seventeen political parties are participating, with APC, PDP, and LP candidates leading. Security forces have been mobilized across the state to maintain peace, with military patrols in key areas.
Key Details:
- Date of event: September 18, 2024
Nigeria: 18 Dead in Sagamu-Benin Expressway Bus Fire
Location:
Ijebu Ode, Ogun, Nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa
Incident Date:
September 18, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.50
Deaths:
18
Fatalities type:
- Civilian
Summary:
On September 18, 2024, a Toyota Hiace bus caught fire on the Benin-Sagamu Expressway near the RCC Yard-Ijebu Ode, resulting in 18 presumed deaths. The driver survived with injuries. The fire reportedly started when a fuel container in the bus leaked onto the exhaust pipe after the bus hit a damaged road section. Authorities from the FRSC and TRACE responded to the scene.
Key Details:
- Date of event: September 18, 2024
- Deaths: 18
Nigeria: Army Neutralizes Bandits, Rescues 20 Hostages in Kaduna and Arrests Gunrunners in Plateau
Location:
Birnin Gwari, Kaduna, Nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa
Jos North, Plateau, Nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa
Incident Date:
September 16, 2024 - September 18, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.50
Deaths:
4
Fatalities type:
- Bandit
Kidnapped:
20
Arrests:
5
Summary:
On September 18, 2024, Nigerian troops neutralized four bandits and rescued 20 abductees in operations in Kaduna State. Separate raids in Plateau State led to the arrest of five gunrunners, including a female. These operations, led by Operation Forest Sanity, Whirl Punch, and Safe Haven, involved the recovery of arms and ammunition.
Key Details:
- Date of event: September 16-18, 2024
- Deaths: 4 bandits
- Arrested: 5 gunrunners
- Kidnapped: 20 victims rescued
- Affected population: Kaduna and Plateau [...]
Mali: Clashes continue in Bamako
Location:
Bamako, Mali, Mali, Sahel
Incident Date:
September 17, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
4.00
Summary:
Clashes are still ongoing at Air Base 101 south of M. Keita Airport #Bamako / #Sénou .
🔸 Security observers say fighting continues between #FAMa , mercenaries from #Wagner and terrorists from #JNIM .JNIM claims to have taken full control of Camp 101.
🔴 There have been numerous losses of human life within the SMP Wagner.
🔴 An initial human toll from the attack on the Faladié gendarmerie school reports several dozen dead and more than a [...]
Mali: JNIM raids Bamako in direct threat to military junta
Location:
bamako, mali, Mali, Sahel
Incident Date:
September 17, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
4.00
Summary:
On September 17, 2024, Bamako, Mali, faced coordinated attacks by JNIM, targeting a gendarmerie training facility and Airbase 101, a key military site housing Russian mercenaries. The Malian military repelled the attacks after hours of clashes, restoring some calm. Opposition figures criticized the military junta, warning that these assaults reflect the growing strength of terrorism in the country. The attack has heightened concerns about the security of Bamako, marking the first major insurgent action [...]
Niger: JNIM attacks army position in Niakatire
Location:
Niakatire, Tillabéri, Niger, Niger, Sahel
Incident Date:
September 16, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
4.00
Deaths:
27
Fatalities type:
- Military
Summary:
#Niger 🇳🇪 | On 15/09, around 17:30, terrorists from #Katiba_Hanifa ( #JNIM ) attacked the position of #FAN near the village of #Niakatiré ( #Niaktiré , #Torodi , #Tillabéri ) located on the N6, 18km from #Makalondi , and 79km from #Niamey .
🔸 This position, defended by the Special Forces Battalion of #Tahoua ( #BSR ), had about 130 soldiers. The attackers had cut part of the telephone network the day before the attack, [...]
Nigeria: Auto Crash in Kaduna Claims 40 Lives
Location:
Lere, kaduna, nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa
Incident Date:
September 15, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.50
Deaths:
40
Fatalities type:
- Civilian
Wounded:
48
Summary:
On September 17, 2024, the death toll from a tragic auto crash in Kaduna State rose to 40, including many children. The crash occurred on September 15 when a J5 bus carrying 63 children collided with an articulated vehicle on Saminaka Road in Lere Local Government Area due to speeding and overloading.
Key Details:
- Date of event: September 15, 2024
- Deaths: 40
- Wounded/Sick: 48 injured
- Arrested: None
- Kidnapped: None
- Affected population: 63 bus passengers, mostly [...]
Morocco: First Mpox case reported in Marrakesh, health authorities activate emergency protocols
Location:
marrakesh, morocco, Morocco, Maghreb
Incident Date:
September 15, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.50
Wounded:
1
Summary:
Morocco reported its first Mpox case in Marrakesh, marking the first case in North Africa. Public health authorities swiftly implemented emergency measures, including contact tracing, to prevent further spread. Morocco is the 15th African nation affected by Mpox, which originated in Central and East Africa. The Africa CDC warns the Clade 1 variant has a 3.6% fatality rate. Morocco postponed the 4th International Conference on Public Health, originally scheduled for November, due to the [...]
Nigeria: Air Force Kills Terrorist Leader Halilu Sububu and 38 Others in Zamfara
Location:
Zamfara, nigeria, Nigeria, West Africa
Incident Date:
September 13, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
3.50
Deaths:
39
Fatalities type:
- Insurgent
Summary:
On September 13, 2024, Nigerian Air Force Special Forces killed notorious terrorist leader Halilu Sububu during an operation in Zamfara State. Sububu, who terrorized multiple states, was neutralized alongside 38 other terrorists in a follow-up mission by NAF and ground troops. A large cache of weapons was also recovered during the operation.
Bullet Points:
- Date of event: September 13, 2024
- Deaths: 39 terrorists (including Halilu Sububu)
- Wounded or sick: None reported
- Arrested: None reported
- Kidnapped: [...]
Morocco: First Mpox Case Confirmed in Marrakesh
Location:
Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco, Morocco, Maghreb
Incident Date:
September 12, 2024
Instability Rating Max 5.0:
2.00
Wounded:
1
Summary:
Moroccan health authorities confirmed the first case of Mpox (monkeypox) in Marrakech on September 13, 2024. The patient is in stable condition and receiving care in a specialized medical facility. The Ministry of Health has initiated epidemiological investigations and isolated the patient's contacts. No symptoms have been reported in the contacts so far. This case is part of a global outbreak, and Morocco had previously detected Mpox cases in 2022.