Geidam, Yobe State, Nigeria – Hundreds of residents of Geidam in Geidam Local Government Area of Yobe State have fled their homes following an ongoing attack by suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).
The insurgents reportedly stormed the town at about 7:30 p.m. on Monday, firing in different directions and targeting a military formation as well as public facilities.
Sections of the local market were set ablaze, while residents ran into nearby bushes to escape the violence.
As of Tuesday morning, March 3, 2026, the town was still under attack, according to an Okay News correspondent who gathered that gunfire continued into the early hours of the day.
A resident who spoke from hiding said many families spent the night in surrounding bushes as flames engulfed parts of the market. Another source confirmed that an operational vehicle belonging to a vigilante group was burned, along with other vehicles in the area.
The extent of casualties and damage remains unclear, as residents are yet to return to their homes and security agencies have not issued an official statement.
Geidam, located in the northern part of the state, has previously experienced insurgent attacks linked to ISWAP and other armed groups operating in Nigeria’s North-East. Further details are expected as the situation develops.
