Crime
Boko Haram killed 35 ISWAP terrorists in latest rival clashes, destroy two enclaves
Boko Haram killed 35 ISWAP terrorists in latest rival clashes, destroy two enclaves
By Zagazola Makama
The Jamā’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihād terrorists group have dislodged the Islamic and Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP), in two of its strongholds in the North East of Lake Chad, after killing atleast 35 Jihadist.
The sustained intensified attacks in the rival camps was spearheaded by the Boko Haram Leader, ABU UMAIMAH or BAKOURA DORO in company of four Commanders and several other fighters.
The attack which began in the North of Kayowa and, Toumbun Gini, in the North East of Lake Chad, led killing of the 35 ISWAP fighters while many others were injured.
Intelligence Sources told Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert and security analyst in Lake Chad that the ruthless Boko Haram Leader also seize large number of weapons from the ISWAP terrorist, as they withdraw from their camps.
The sources said that a major market of the ISWAP at Toumbun Gini, had been captured by the JAS elements who are currently in the location.
Zagazola Understand that the fleeing terrorists were pursued by the rival faction towards the south of Kangarwa and Dogon Chuku in Baga LGA.
The Boko Haram terrorists had within the past weeks, inflicted heavy casualties in the camps of ISWAP in Sambisa Forest and the Lake Chad region, forcing ISWAP to take defensive positions.
On Dec. 31, attacks between rival factions of ISWAP and JAS that lasted 14hours at Toumbum Allura and Kangar areas, had led to the killing of scores fighters.
He explained that the sustained attacks force the ISWAP fighters to held a meeting
at Tumbun Murhu with
high profile ISWAP leaders comprising, Abubakar Chad, Bashir Ukasha and Abul Kaka- Alias Sa’ad in attendance.
According to the sources, Major issues discussed during the meeting was the inability of their organisation to carry out major attacks during the Yuletide season as ealier planned which was attributed to the clashes and attacks on its camps by the Boko Haram factions.
“The terrorists finally resolved to carry out series of attacks against the Boko Haram positions in the coming days in the Lake Chad axis and Gaizuwa, in Sambisa forest.
“The ISWAP are also seeking the support of foreign ISIS mercenaries from Mali, Burkina Faso and Somalia to lend them a helping hand in order to defeat the Boko Haram whom they considered as their immediate latest enemies,”said the sources.
Recalled that the Boko Haram fighters have directed it men to be determined and show courage in sustaining its fight against ISWAP while the ISWAP group vowed to fight more with the JAS faction than the security forces.
Boko Haram killed 35 ISWAP terrorists in latest rival clashes, destroy two enclaves
One killed as customs officers allegedly shoot driver in Osogbo
By: Zagazola Makama
A suspected murder involving customs officers occurred on March 15 in Dada Estate, Osogbo, Osun State, leaving one person dead.
Sources said the incident took place at about 10:00 a.m. when some officers attached to the Nigeria Customs Service, Osun Command, dressed in mufti, were intercepting an unregistered vehicle locally referred to as Tokunbo.
According to the sources, one of the officers allegedly shot at the driver of a Toyota Highlander, who later died. The name and address of the deceased are yet to be confirmed.
Two customs officers, Superintendent Kolawole Suuti and Superintendent Danjuma Samuel, were involved in the operation. One officer was apprehended, while the other was rescued from an angry mob.
At the scene, authorities recovered the private Toyota car used by the customs officers, the deceased’s Toyota Camry, a Beretta pistol (breech number 125024) with 11 rounds of 9mm live ammunition, and one expended shell.
The vehicles and recovered items have been taken to the state headquarters, while investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Residents have been urged to remain calm as authorities probe the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
One killed as customs officers allegedly shoot driver in Osogbo
Troops arrest suspected local arms fabricator in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected local arms fabricator during a raid operation in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 10:33 a.m. on March 14 by troops of 8 Division Garrison stationed at the Forward Operating Base in Tureta.
According to the sources, the troops conducted a targeted raid at Kamfanin Dayi village following intelligence reports about illegal weapons fabrication activities within the community.
During the operation, one suspect was apprehended while allegedly fabricating locally made pistols inside his residence.
Preliminary interrogation of the suspect reportedly revealed the involvement of another individual within the village who is also engaged in the production of illegal firearms.
The accomplice, however, was said to have fled before the arrival of the troops and is currently at large.
Troops arrest suspected local arms fabricator in Sokoto
Suspected stolen cows spark deadly incident in Nafada, one dead
By: Zagazola Makama
One person has died and another injured after being caught in possession of cows suspected to be stolen in Barwo SabonGari Village, Nafada Local Government Area, Gombe State.
The incident occurred on March 14, 2026, at about 6:00 p.m., involving Buba Wakili, 35, of Garin Alhaji Village, and Damina Jauro, 33, of Duggi Village. Both were reportedly sighted with two cows suspected to be stolen.
Upon noticing villagers approaching, the men attempted to flee but were confronted and overpowered by the community, sustaining varying degrees of injuries.
Damina Jauro was confirmed dead, while Buba Wakili was rushed to General Hospital, Nafada, for medical treatment. The two cows were recovered at the scene.
Police say they have launched an investigation into the incident, and further updates will be communicated as developments unfold.
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