On the night of 24 to 25 November 2024, the technical base of the Roads and Buildings Company (SOROUBAT), responsible for the development and asphalting work on the Guéné-Karimama road, was targeted by an attack by suspected terrorists. Although no casualties were reported, the material losses were considerable: around twenty machines were set on fire.
This incident is part of a series of recurring attacks in the Alibori region, particularly in the commune of Karimama, revealing the persistence of the activity of terrorist groups. By attacking a construction company, the attackers appear to be seeking to hinder local development efforts, thus maintaining a climate favorable to their expansion in the region.