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Amchide

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In February, 2014, the Nigerian military sent troops to Amchide to close the border, in an effort to prevent Boko Haram attacks. Cameroonian troops also patrolled the town. The impact of closing the border on Amchide merchants has been described as "devastating", and the price of fuel and transport
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On 28 December 2014, Cameroonian troops repelled four simultaneous Boko Haram raids into the towns of Amchide,
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reported 107 Boko Haram members were killed in the fighting that ensued.
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and the Cameroonian military, leading some residents to flee the area.
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has become unaffordable in much of Northern Cameroon.
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Amchide is located in Cameroon
11°14′41″N 14°8′38″E / 11.24472°N 14.14389°E / 11.24472; 14.14389

Cameroon
Region
Far North
Department
Mayo-Sava
Cameroon
Nigeria
Banki
Boko Haram
armoured support
Limani
Cameroonian Army
Makari
Guirvidig
Waza
Achigachia
December 2014 Cameroon clashes
Refugees in Cameroon


"Cameroon Troops Tackle Boko Haram In Amchide Border Town"
Reports of Judgments, Advisory Opinions and Orders
ISBN
978-92-1-071010-7


"Cameroon Military, Boko Haram Militants in Monthlong Battle"

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