HIGHLIGHTS
In Nigeria, the insurgent group has continued carrying out its attacks almost on a daily basis. Since the twin bomb attacks in the suburbs of Abuja on 2 October, which left about 20 persons dead and scores more injured, there have been similar attacks in Damaturu (Yobe State) and Maiduguri (Borno State). The latest occurred during the early morning prayers in the Borno State capital on 15 October.
In Niger, the first week of October was marked by numerous attacks in the Diffa region. There was a return to normality during the second week, but the situation remains tense. The UNHCR field team has noted a surge in panic among displaced living along the Komadougou River. Although UNHCR activities have returned to normal and UN missions are reauthorized, restrictions on traffic and commerce are still in place.
Fifteen suicide attacks have been reported in Cameroon since the month of July, resulting in the deaths of over 100 people. During the reporting period 19 people were killed in cross border incursions on villages bordering Nigeria.
In Chad the security situation in the Baga Sola area has deteriorated severely. During the reporting period, some 58 people were killed in attacks perpetrated against soldiers and civilians alike. Since then day to day activities have somewhat resumed in Baga Sola, but the curfews and security measures are still in place. As a result of these attacks, local authorities plan to relocate the Kafio and Kousseri IDP sites as well as the Dar Es Salam refugee camp.oo