The Nigerian Army has raised an alarm over intelligence indicating that terrorist groups, including the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), may be planning coordinated attacks on churches, schools, NYSC orientation camps and other vulnerable public facilities across parts of Nigeria.
According to an intelligence communication dated September 9, 2026, the military said terrorist groups were allegedly mobilising resources and fighters for possible attacks in parts of the North-East, North-West, North-Central and some areas of the South-West.
The Army also disclosed that suspected ISWAP members had allegedly begun surveillance and reconnaissance around some potential targets, reportedly with the support of local collaborators.
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Educational institutions were highlighted as a particular concern, with the military warning that attackers could seek to exploit the resumption of schools for the 2026/2027 academic session to cause mass casualties and heighten public fear.
The Army further urged intensified surveillance and stronger security measures around identified targets and other vulnerable public locations.
The warning comes amid heightened security concerns across several parts of the country ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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