Fresh security concerns have emerged in parts of Adamawa and Borno states following an intelligence alert warning of planned Boko Haram attacks in Michika and Askira Uba local government areas. The intelligence communication, dated July 27, 2026, was addressed to the Brigade Commander of the Nigerian Army’s 23 Armoured Brigade in Yola, Adamawa State. The document, referenced 0.211/3827, was reportedly signed on behalf of the Adamawa State Director of Security by Ben Osifor. According to the intelligence report, Boko Haram fighters were allegedly planning attacks around Michika Local Government Area in Adamawa State and Askira Uba Local Government Area in Borno State. The agency urged military personnel and local security volunteers to strengthen security across the threatened communities.