Crime
AGAIN, OPHK AIR STRIKES NEUTRALISE SCORES OF ISWAP FIGHTERS, ELIMINATE KEY VIP ESCORT COMMANDER Qaid Abu Khalid Al Muhajir IN SAMBISA
AGAIN, OPHK AIR STRIKES NEUTRALISE SCORES OF ISWAP FIGHTERS, ELIMINATE KEY VIP ESCORT COMMANDER Qaid Abu Khalid Al Muhajir IN SAMBISA
By Zagazola Makama
Recent air strikes conducted by the Nigerian Military have reportedly dealt a major blow to the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in the Sambisa Forest, with nine fighters, including a prominent commander responsible for escorting senior terrorists, neutralised.
The strikes, conducted on Saturday, Aug. 8, around the Yuwe and Sabil Huda enclaves in the Sambisa Forest, were described by intelligence sources as highly effective.
According to fresh intelligence obtained by Zagazola Makama, one of those neutralised was Qaid Abu Khalid Al Muhajir, an ISWAP commander originally from Maiduguri metropolis.
Intelligence sources identified Abu Khalid as a specialist responsible for providing escorts and coordinating the movement of senior ISWAP commanders and other high-value members of the terrorist group.
He was reportedly highly familiar with navigation routes and tactical movements connecting major ISWAP enclaves, particularly routes used for the movement of senior commanders and special convoys.
His role reportedly made him an important facilitator of mobility within the terrorist group’s network, enabling senior members to move between enclaves while reducing the risk of interception by security forces.
The intelligence report indicated that nine ISWAP fighters were neutralised during the air strikes, while several others sustained varying degrees of injuries.
Sources said the casualties included terrorist elements linked to the group involved in the ambush of Nigerian troops along the Bita–Yamtage axis in Gwoza Local Government Area.
The latest intelligence suggests that the air strikes may have disrupted a wider network of fighters involved in terrorist operations across the Sambisa Forest and the Gwoza axis.
The neutralisation of Abu Khalid is considered significant because of his reported knowledge of the terrain, routes and movement patterns used by ISWAP commanders and special convoys.
His loss could therefore affect the group’s ability to move senior operatives between its various enclaves, particularly in areas where security forces have intensified surveillance and kinetic operations.
Security sources said the latest strikes would be followed by continued intelligence exploitation and surveillance to assess the extent of the damage and identify surviving members of the affected groups.
The development comes amid intensified military operations aimed at dismantling terrorist command structures, disrupting logistics and denying ISWAP and Boko Haram elements freedom of movement across Borno State.
The Nigerian Army and the Air Component is expected to sustain its intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions in support of ground troops operating across the Sambisa Forest, Gwoza and adjoining areas.
The military has also continued to place emphasis on precision targeting to disrupt terrorist leadership and specialised networks while supporting ongoing ground operations in the theatre.
AGAIN, OPHK AIR STRIKES NEUTRALISE SCORES OF ISWAP FIGHTERS, ELIMINATE KEY VIP ESCORT COMMANDER Qaid Abu Khalid Al Muhajir IN SAMBISA
Army troops recover 97 rustled livestock, hand them over to owners in Kano
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the 1 Division, Nigerian Army, have recovered 97 rustled livestock from suspected terrorists in Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State.
The operation was conducted at about 10:50 p.m. on Aug. 25, 2026, following a report of terrorist activities in Mai Nika Ward of the local government area.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops engaged the terrorists upon arrival, forcing them to flee and abandon 67 rustled livestock.
The troops subsequently conducted further exploitation of the area and recovered an additional 27 livestock.
The recovered animals, totalling 97, were later handed over to their owners in the presence of the Local Government Chairman and representatives of other security agencies.
The operation underscores ongoing efforts by security forces to protect rural communities, recover stolen property and deny criminal elements freedom of action across the 1 Division area of responsibility.
Army troops recover 97 rustled livestock, hand them over to owners in Kano
Troops Foil Armed Robbery Attack, Rescue Two Locals in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have foiled an attempted armed robbery attack along the Apel-Jipun road in Pushit District of Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred on August 23, 2026, when troops responded to reports of gunshots allegedly fired by suspected armed robbers along the highway.
The troops swiftly mobilised to the area, forcing the gunmen to abandon their operation and flee into the surrounding area.
During the subsequent search of the location, the troops rescued two locals, identified as Samuel Dauda and Luka Daar, who were reportedly returning from Maraban on a motorcycle when they encountered the armed men.
Three empty cartridge cases of 7.62mm Special ammunition were recovered at the scene.
Following the incident, the troops intensified patrols along the highway and other strategic locations in the area to deter criminal elements and prevent further attacks on motorists and residents.
Security personnel have continued efforts to maintain security along the route and ensure the safety of commuters using the highway.
Troops Foil Armed Robbery Attack, Rescue Two Locals in Plateau
Troops Arrest Motorcycle Thief, Recover Stolen Motorcycle in Plateau
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have arrested a suspected motorcycle thief and recovered a stolen motorcycle during a stop-and-search operation in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Zagazola Media Network gathered that the suspect, identified as Hosiah Alfred, was arrested at the Sabon Gari checkpoint in Mangu at about 5:50 a.m. on August 24, 2026.
The troops, operating under Operation HARD KNOCK, intercepted Alfred while he was travelling in a commercial vehicle reportedly en route to Duklin in Bauchi State from Abuja.
According to security sources, the troops became suspicious of the motorcycle in his possession and subjected him to questioning.
During interrogation, the suspect allegedly confessed to stealing the motorcycle from a dispatch rider identified as Yusuf Gideon, who works for one Mr. Nonso in Abuja.
The suspect and the recovered motorcycle are currently in the custody of the troops for further investigation.
Security authorities are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged theft, trace the rightful owner of the motorcycle and determine whether the suspect is linked to other criminal activities.
The development highlights the continued security checks being conducted along major routes in Plateau State to detect and prevent the movement of suspected criminals and stolen property.
Troops Arrest Motorcycle Thief, Recover Stolen Motorcycle in Plateau
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