100 US troops land in Nigeria as Islamic militants threaten West Africa regional security
Fox News • 2/16/2026 – 2/17/2026
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
5h
Age
3
Sources
from cluster
2
Hours Since Seen
Final Score39/100
CategoryBreaking
StatusActive
Recency Multiplier97% (0.5^2/48)
Hero EligibleYes
Story Timeline
- 2026-02-16
- 2026-02-17100 US troops land in Nigeria as Islamic militants threaten West Africa regional security (current)
Score BreakdownRisk 40
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 3 sources
Age: Breaking news - too recent to assess longevity
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