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Chad Declares State of Emergency in Lake Province After Deadly Boko Haram Attack

Chad has declared a 20-day state of emergency in the Lake province following a deadly Boko Haram attack that killed 23 soldiers and injured 26 others. The emergency measure runs from midnight on May 7 to midnight on May 27, urging officials to ensure safety. President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno expressed condolences and wished injured soldiers a speedy recovery. The Lake Chad region has been plagued by Boko Haram attacks for over a decade.

Key Points: Chad State of Emergency After Boko Haram Attack

  • Chad declares 20-day state of emergency in Lake province
  • 23 soldiers killed, 26 injured in Boko Haram assault
  • Emergency runs from May 7 to May 27
  • Lake Chad region faces frequent Boko Haram attacks
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Chad declares state of emergency in Lake Province after deadly Boko Haram attack

Chad declares 20-day state of emergency in Lake province after Boko Haram attack kills 23 soldiers and injures 26 others.

"I express the nation's deepest condolences, and to the wounded soldiers receiving care, I wish a speedy recovery. - President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno"

N'Djamena, May 8

Chad has declared a 20-day state of emergency in the Lake province following terrorist attacks by Boko Haram militants on soldiers.

According to a statement released late Thursday by the country's army, the emergency measure will run from midnight on May 7 to midnight on May 27.

The statement urged officials and security forces to take "all necessary measures" to ensure the safety of people and their property during the period, Xinhua news agency reported.

"Violations of measures taken under the state of emergency are punishable in accordance with applicable laws. The measures taken pursuant to this decree cease to have effect upon the termination of the state of emergency," the statement said.

Twenty-three Chadian soldiers were killed and 26 others injured on Monday in an assault by Boko Haram militants on the Barka Tolorom island military base in the province.

"I express the nation's deepest condolences, and to the wounded soldiers receiving care, I wish a speedy recovery," Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno said in a message posted on his social media platforms after visiting the injured soldiers in a hospital.

Chadian army spokesman Issakha Acheikh Chanane said the militants launched the assault on the Barka Tolorom island base in Lake Chad province at about 10 p.m. local time on Monday.

Another attack was reported on Wednesday by local media, but there was no official announcement regarding the number of casualties.

The Lake province is located in the Lake Chad region, bordering Nigeria, Niger and Cameroon. The region is regularly the scene of attacks attributed to the terror group Boko Haram and its splinter faction, the Islamic State West Africa Province.

The militant group Boko Haram has been active in the Lake Chad Basin for more than a decade, inflicting heavy human and material losses across the region.

- IANS

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Priya S
My heart goes out to the families of the 23 soldiers who lost their lives. This is such a brutal reminder that terrorism is a global problem. We see similar challenges in our own neighbourhood, in Kashmir and the Northeast. Strong leadership and regional cooperation are key, like President Deby is trying to do now.
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James A
A 20-day state of emergency seems like a necessary but short-term measure. The real problem is the instability in the Lake Chad basin. Until there is better governance and economic opportunity in those border areas, these militant groups will keep finding recruits. Sad to see.
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Vikram M
Chadian army is one of the most capable in the Sahel region. If they are taking casualties like this, it shows how well-coordinated Boko Haram has become. We need to stand with nations fighting terrorism, no matter where it is. This is our common enemy. 🕊️
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Ananya R
I appreciate the president visiting the wounded soldiers personally. That shows leadership. But we must also ask: Why are these bases vulnerable? Better intelligence and border fencing could have saved lives. I hope the emergency period is used wisely and not just to suppress civilians. One must be careful.
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Rohit P
Boko Haram and ISWAP are like a hydra - you cut one head, two more grow. Lake Chad region has suffered for over a decade. Countries like India, which face cross-border terrorism, understand this pain. My full support to the families of martyred soldiers. Jai Hind. 🙏

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