The Nigerian Army has raised the alarm over intelligence indicating that terrorist groups, including the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), are planning coordinated attacks on churches, schools, NYSC orientation camps and other vulnerable locations across parts of Nigeria.
The warning was contained in a September 9, 2026 communication signed by AM Sodiq and addressed to the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division Nigerian Army, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ojoo, Ibadan.
According to the military intelligence, terrorist groups are increasingly mobilising resources and fighters for possible attacks across the North-East, North-West, North-Central and parts of the South-West.
The Army warned that the attacks could occur “any moment from now” and identified Catholic and Protestant churches, primary and secondary schools, NYSC orientation camps and other vulnerable public facilities as potential targets
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The military also disclosed that it had received intelligence about the movement of scores of armed fighters from Katsina through Kaduna towards Plateau State. It further said suspected ISWAP members had begun surveillance and reconnaissance around some identified targets with assistance from local collaborators.
Of particular concern is the alleged targeting of educational institutions ahead of the resumption of schools for the 2026/2027 academic session. The Army said the timing could be intended to exploit the large concentration of students and staff to cause mass casualties and heighten fear and insecurity ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Army said the latest intelligence suggests the terrorist groups may have progressed beyond expressing an intention to attack and could already be undertaking preparatory activities.
Consequently, the military called for intensified surveillance and enhanced defensive security around the identified targets and other vulnerable public places.
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