In Nigeria, six people were killed when their car hit a land mine in northeast Nigeria's conflict-torn Borno state. The explosive was suspected to have been planted by jihadists targeting military patrols outside Kamuya village, southwestern Borno. <br />''<br />''The jihadists were believed to have been fighters of the IS-affiliated ISWAP, Islamic State West Africa Province, which has been active in the region.<br />''<br />''Shortly afterwards, suspected ISWAP fighters ambushed a commuter bus in the nearby Maza village, abducting 10 passengers. After splintering from Boko Haram in 2016, ISWAP has focused on targeting military patrols and bases, as well as abductions. The two jihadist groups have competed in the region, deepening the conflict.<br />