2021-03-01: On Monday (01 March), a United Nations humanitarian base in the town of Dikwa was overrun by jihadists. At least 25 workers of the base were trapped in a bunker. The base was largely destroyed and the bunker is currently under siege. The attackers are believed to be affiliated with ISWAP.
Heightened security measures and operations of security forces are to be expected. Armed clashes are possible during arrests of terror suspects. Travellers are advised to exercise high caution, to strictly avoid operations of security forces, and to follow instructions from security forces.
