On Christmas Day 2025, the US military conducted airstrikes on suspected Islamic State-linked camps in Sokoto State, northwest Nigeria.
President Trump called it a "powerful and deadly strike" against militants targeting Christians. Nigerian government confirmed coordination, saying targets were foreign ISIS elements planning attacks.
Debris caused panic in nearby villages, but no civilian casualties reported. Region faces banditry + growing jihadist links, but violence affects all communities.
Security remains complex stay informed and safe this break.