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Surge in attacks signals jihadist comeback in Nigeria's northeast - REUTERS
By Ope Adetayo
Summary
- Militants have upped activity since January
- Less infighting, better technology seen as factors
- Islamic State may also be sending help, analysts say
- Dozens killed in attacks in recent days
ABUJA, April 29 (Reuters) - A surge in attacks in Nigeria's northeast by Boko Haram and its splinter rival ISWAP has raised fears of a major comeback by jihadists, whose tactics now include armed drones and explosive devices planted on major roads, security experts said.
At least 22 people were killed in weekend raids by militants in Adamawa and Borno states, while 26 others died on Monday after an explosive device ripped into two vehicles in Borno.
