United States conducts strikes on Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria

Exam-focused facts from the 27 December 2025 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The United States carried out strikes on Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria after President Donald Trump said the group had been attacking Christian communities.
The strikes took place in Sokoto state in northern Nigeria, the BBC reported.
US Africa Command said the action was carried out in coordination with Nigerian authorities.
Nigeria’s foreign ministry said the operation was part of ongoing security cooperation with the United States, including intelligence sharing and joint planning to target militant groups.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said he was 'grateful for Nigerian government support & cooperation'.