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FULL LIST: Plateau, Borno, 13 Other States That Likely Be Targeted If US Carries Out Strike; Reason Emerges
FULL LIST: Plateau, Borno, 13 Other States That Likely Be Targeted If US Carries Out Strike; Reason Emerges
US President Donald Trump threatened Nigeria with a potential military attack, accusing the country of permitting the killing of Christians.
The Nigerian government has denied these allegations, while citizens continue to discuss the situation.
Amid the US’s anger, Legit outlines all the states that could be affected if the US decides to carry out strikes on Nigeria. …CLICK LINK TO CONTINUE READING HERE
President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Saturday, November 1, to announce that he has instructed America’s Department of War to prepare for possible action against Nigeria over “the killing of Christians.”
The US defence secretary, the equivalent of the minister of defence in Nigeria, Pete Hegseth, added that the United States (US) would stop aid to Nigeria and would deploy troops to “completely wipe out the Islamic terrorists”.
Earlier, the American leader put the West African nation on a US watch list, designating it a “country of particular concern” (CPC).
Although a war between the US and Nigeria is not envisioned, and the African country’s military is not expected to be initially involved even if the US deploys its military assets against terrorists, Washington’s pronouncements have caused anxiety in Nigeria.
Amid widespread concerns, Legit highlights all the Nigerian states that may be affected by the US’ threat.
1) Borno state
Borno is widely considered the epicentre and the state most affected by terrorism in Nigeria.
This is primarily due to the long-standing Boko Haram insurgency and the presence of its offshoot, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
2) Yobe state
Yobe is one of the states most affected by terrorism in Nigeria, particularly by the Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgencies. The state has experienced a devastating impact, with significant loss of life, displacement of people, and destruction of infrastructure and economic activities.
3) Adamawa state
Adamawa is one of the Nigerian states most affected by insurgents’ condemnable activities. Legit reports that regular military operations are ongoing in Adamawa to counter the terrorists’ actions.
4) Kaduna state
The insecurity in Kaduna is part of a broader pattern of violence in northern Nigeria.
In September, the governor of the state, Uba Sani, cautioned opposition politicians against politicizing insecurity, warning that claims that bandits could be “carpet-bombed” out of existence are misleading and deceptive.
Sani traced the security challenges in Kaduna state and the north-west zone of the country at large to poverty, unemployment and poor leadership or governance at several tiers of the people’s being.
5) Katsina state Katsina has experienced its share of attacks by outlaws.
In Katsina, there is persistent bandit/terrorist violence and frequent abductions.
6) Zamfara state
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hinted that his administration would create state police to effectively address the security challenges in Zamfara and other Nigerian states.
Subsequently, Governor Dauda Lawal stated that banditry would become history in his state if he had control over security outfits.
7) Sokoto state
Sokoto faces its own security challenges, problems more frequently associated with armed banditry and kidnappings, particularly in its rural and border areas.
In September, the Sokoto police command arrested three suspected collaborators of bandits and recovered arms and ammunition in separate operations across the state.
According to a statement issued by the police spokesperson, Ahmad Rufai, the arrests were made in intelligence-driven operations conducted by the anti-kidnapping unit of the State Criminal Investigation Department and operatives of the Tureta division.
8) Niger state
Niger is one of the states in Nigeria significantly affected by armed attacks and terrorism.
The attacks in Niger, a state within 30 kilometres of the federal capital territory (Abuja), have highlighted the spread and seriousness of the threat in the northern region.
Seven other states that could be affected if the US carries out military action in Nigeria are listed below:
1 Kano
2 Kogi
3 Benue
4 Plateau
5 Taraba
6 Gombe
7 Bauchi
His Eminence the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar II, has announced the date for Eid al-Fitr in Nigeria.
The Emir, who is the Chairman of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs in Nigeria, has not reported the sighting of the crescent moon of Shawwal, 1447AH, today, Wednesday, the 29th of Ramadan .
This was contained in a statement posted on the Facebook page of the Daular Usmaniyya , signed by the Wazir of Sokoto and Chairman of the Religious Affairs Committee of the Sultan’s Palace, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu.
The statement stated that the Sultan’s Palace Moon Sighting Committee had not received any reliable reports of moon sightings from anywhere in Nigeria. According to this information, Thursday, March 19, will be the day to complete the 30th day of Ramadan.
The Sultan of Sokoto has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as the day of the lesser Sallah, i.e. the 1st of Shawwal 1447AH.
He urged Muslims to use this time of Eid al-Fitr to pray for peace, unity, and sustainable development in Nigeria.
The statement said: “His Eminence, Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar CFR, mni, and Chairman, Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), has received the moon sighting report, which showed that the crescent moon was not sighted today, Wednesday.
“Accordingly, he declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as 1 Shawwal 1447AH (the Day of the Small Prayer). He also congratulated the Nigerian Muslim community on the occasion, and wished them the guidance and blessings of God.”
“He also called for continued prayers for peace, progress, and development of the country . He also wished Muslims a peaceful and prosperous Eid. May Allah (SWT) accept our acts of worship, amen.”
Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri approves ₦19.6 billion Mother and Child Specialist Hospital in Yola The Adamawa State government says the hospital aims to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates in Adamawa State Fintiri explains that the facility will serve as a training center and improve healthcare services in the North-East.
Yola, Adamawa State – Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art Mother and Child Specialist Hospital in Yola. The proposed Mother and Child Specialist Hospital will cost the state ₦19.6 billion, and it’s expected to be completed within 52 weeks. The landmark project is designed to significantly strengthen maternal, neonatal, and child healthcare services across the state.
The project aligns with Governor Fintiri’s commitment to reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. The hospital will also improve access to quality healthcare and position Adamawa as a referral hub for specialized medical services in the North-East region.
As reported by Daily Trust, the hospital will be equipped with modern medical technology and specialized units when completed.
The state governor explained that the hospital capable units to handle high-risk pregnancies, neonatal intensive care, pediatric emergencies, and other complex medical cases affecting women and children. Mother and Child Specialist Hospital will also serve as a training and research centre for healthcare professionals.
It will help to strengthen capacity and improve the quality of medical services within the state’s health sector. It will offer other healthcare services like advanced diagnostic and laboratory services, fully equipped operating theatres, intensive care units, emergency response facilities, and modern inpatient wards designed to provide quality care for patients.
Recall that Fintiri’s administration executed over 100 infrastructural, educational, health, and social projects across Adamawa state, transforming both urban centres and rural communities. The administration completed major road networks, flyovers, and township roads, including the Lamido Aliyu Mustapha Flyover, Yola, and the Nyibango-Yolde Pate Road in Yola South.
Over 100 new primary health care centres were built, while hospitals such as Numan General Hospital and Specialist Hospital, Yola, underwent comprehensive development and modernisation.
King Charles III ceremonially welcomed Nigerian President Bola Tinubu at Windsor Castle on Wednesday in the first state visit by the leader of Africa’s most populous nation in nearly four decades.
Tinubu has made less formal visits to Britain several times in his tenure, and the two countries remain major partners in trade, aid and defence. London is also home to a massive Nigerian diaspora.
King Charles and Queen Camilla greeted the president and his wife in Windsor, west of London, on a sunny afternoon as artillery fired Salutes
The Nigerian president and his wife earlier chatted with heir-to-the-throne Prince William and his wife Catherine at a hotel in Windsor.
The party then rode in carriages to the historic Windsor Castle, followed by cavalry in red and gold livery.
These include a Yoruba beaded throne presented to Queen Elizabeth II during an official visit in 1965.
They were also to view photographs of a Yoruba woman known as Sarah Forbes Bonetta, who became a protegee of Queen Victoria after being captured as a slave and taken to Britain by a naval captain.
In the evening, Charles and Tinubu were set to give speeches at a lavish state banquet.
‘Renewed chapter’
Nigeria’s presidency said the visit signalled a “renewed chapter” and reflected a shared commitment to “advancing trade and strengthening diplomatic ties”.
Calling the visit “historic”, London announced Nigerian companies, including banks, are expanding operations and creating hundreds of jobs in Britain, strengthening it as a global hub for African business.
Likely on the agenda are issues ranging from major Nigerian port renovations backed by Britain as well as trade, which reached £8.1 billion ($11 billion) in the year to September 2025, an 11.4 per cent year-on-year increase.
On Thursday, Tinubu is expected to meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer as well as members of the Nigerian community abroad, according to the official schedule.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, a Christian pastor, is set to preach at London’s Lambeth Palace — the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury — on Thursday and meet representatives of the Church of England.
The last Nigerian state visit to the UK took place in 1989, although Tinubu was received by Charles in September 2024.
Before the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, in 2022, Charles also visited Nigeria four times as Prince of Wales.
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Chukwu Ariko
November 2, 2025 at 9:59 pm
The killing is too much,let America come for our rescue simple because our leaders are using it to play politics in this country
Benjamin
November 3, 2025 at 3:31 am
Yes bro. The killing is toomuch, we are supering alot