source: Amaq; Telegram; Vanguard (Nigeria)
actor1: Islamic State (West Africa)
actor2: Military Forces of Nigeria (2015-)
location: Karetu
notes: 15 November. IS-aligned Boko Haram members attacked the military base in Karetu. Soldiers were initially forced to retreat but air support and additional ground troops were able to push the attackers back. Three soldiers were killed and some others were injured. Weapons and military equipments were also seized.