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ISWAP Kills 8 Boko Haram, seized large quantities of ammunition
ISWAP Kills 8 Boko Haram, seized large quantities of ammunition
By Zagazola Makama
About eight insurgents have been reportedly killed when Boko Haram fighters clashed with members of the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) faction of the terrorists in the fringes of the Lake Chad.
The ISWAP also seized large quantities of ammunition in the
Inter-rivalry clash which occured on October 6, when a team of the ISWAP group attacked and inflicted a huge casualty on its adversary at Krinowa axis in the North East of Marte in Borno State.
An Intelligence Sources, told Zagazola Makama, a Counter Insurgency Expert and Security Analyst in the Lake Chad that 12 Boko Haram fighters were returning from Marte after receiving large quantities of weapons from the camp of the Boko Haram Amir Jay’s, Bakura Wulgo.
The Jamā’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihād, Boko Haram terrorists had despatched a 12 man team from Gaizuwa, in Bama to go in search for weapons after suffering divastating defeat and losses due to the sustained intensified intelligence-led Air Strikes, heavy artillary bombardment and ground, offensives by the Nigerian Military troops of Operation Hadin Kai.
The Boko Haram terrorists occupying Gaizuwa otherwise known as Gabchari, Mantari and Mallum Masari had lost almost all its weapons, vehicles and motorcycles leaving the badly depleted fighters vulnerable for attacks by the Nigerian troops as well as the ISWAP rival fighter led by Ba’ana Chigori in the area.
The sources said that eight terrorists were killed in the ambush, three terrorists including Goni Gado, Abou Adam and Abou Abubakar returned to Gaizuwa at about 12pm on Friday October 7, with bullets wounds while one other was either missing or dead.
In the same vain, The Boko Haram leadership held a brief meeting and despatched another team of 11 fighters led by one Amir Baba Kaka to seek support from Amir Jaichige a terror kingping who was under the Leadership Ali Ngoshe, in the axis of Mandara Mountains.
“The Boko Haram had cried out that the ISWAP may soon take over all its camps very soon and urged other JAS fighters to help them from collapsing,”the sources said.
The current sustained battlefield rivalry clashes is pushing a self-destruct amongst jihadist groups. Just as the jihadist continue to relocate from one hideout to another, the risk of exposure and battlefield elimination increases.
Troops arrest two suspected ISWAP informants in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested two suspected informants linked to ISWAP in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno.
Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday following credible intelligence from a watchkeeper on suspicious movements within the Mainok general area.
According to the sources, troops of the 156 Task Force Battalion swiftly responded and intercepted the suspects while moving towards the Goni–Masari axis.
The sources disclosed that the suspects were found in possession of electrical cables at the time of their arrest, raising suspicions over possible sabotage or support activities for terrorist elements.
“They are currently in custody and undergoing preliminary investigation to ascertain their roles and possible links with terrorist groups,” the source said.
He added that the operation underscores the importance of community-based intelligence in ongoing counter-insurgency efforts across the North-East.
The source reaffirmed that troops remain vigilant and committed to denying terrorists freedom of action within their areas of responsibility.
Troops arrest two suspected ISWAP informants in Borno
One killed in post-reconciliation clash in Kano
By: Zagazola Makama
The Kano State Police Command has arrested several suspects following a clash between rival groups of armed thugs in Kano that left one person dead.
According to sources, the incident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on March 17 in Jaen Unguwar Lalle quarters after a failed reconciliation meeting. A distress call from a resident prompted the Divisional patrol team to swiftly respond.
Police said the patrol engaged the thugs, restored order, and arrested the ringleaders, identified as Abubakar Abdullahi, 22, of Sabuwar Madina quarters, and Abubakar Bello, also known as Babuji, 18, of Unguwar Lalle quarters.
Three of the thugs sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. One, Aliyu Abdullahi, 22, of Unguwar Lalle, who suffered a neck injury, was pronounced dead, while the others are receiving treatment.
Further police raids on suspected hideouts led to the arrest of eight additional suspects. Items recovered include a cutlass, a sword, and charms.
Sources from the Kano State Police Command said investigations are ongoing, and further updates will be communicated.
One killed in post-reconciliation clash in Kano
Troops arrest suspect as rival Sara-Suka factions clash in Jos
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Safe Haven have arrested a suspect following a clash between rival factions of the Sara-Suka group in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 a.m. on March 16 at Zololo Junction, where the rival groups engaged in a violent confrontation.
Troops of Sector 1 swiftly responded to the distress call and apprehended one suspect, while others fled on sighting the security personnel.
The suspect is currently in custody for further investigation and necessary action.
Troops have continued to maintain presence in the area to prevent further breakdown of law and order.
Troops arrest suspect as rival Sara-Suka factions clash in Jos
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