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Niger begins negotiations with terrorists, releases 86 terrorists, including top commanders
Niger begins negotiations with terrorists, releases 86 terrorists, including top commanders
By: Our Reporter
In the face of escalating violence and insecurity, General Tiani has been desperately seeking channels of discussion through his Interior Minister, General Toumba, to start negotiations with terrorist groups. As part of this strategy, 86 terrorists have been released from the anti-terrorist cell as well as other prisons, including those in Kollo (6) and Koutoukalé.
Among the freed are notorious terrorist leaders such as Dandjou Aliou, Haroun Boubacar, Altini Bella, Kabirou Bazo, and others. Yet this approach has been strongly discussed by Tiani and his generals to justify their package, who feel it weakens the state’s position against terrorists.
To partly counteract the refusal of the soldiers from Tilia’s base to go to the field for operations, the junta decided to use Tillabéri’s 535 repentant terrorists. These former terrorists are preparing to take the oath in Diffa and to be deployed in the regions of Diffa, Tillabéri, and Tahoua.
The Strategic Alliance between JNIM and EIGS
One of the most worrying developments in the security situation in Niger is the strategic and operational alliance recently formed between JNIM (Islamic and Muslim Support Group) and EIGS (Islamic State in the Sahara).
This alliance, concluded a few days ago in Niger, aims to coordinate their actions from the southwest, particularly in Park W, to the midwest, covering the border areas with Burkina Faso, the three border areas, and the Malian border. This enhanced cooperation between two major terrorist groups emphasizes the security threat in the region.
The deteriorating security situation is perhaps the most alarming reflection of the junta’s inability to ensure stability in Niger. The Armed Terrorist Groups (GAT) have stepped up their activities since the coup, killing more than 229 soldiers in just three months.
The EIGS siege of Takanamatt remains etched in memories as a tragic illustration of insecurity’s rise, with more than 100 soldiers killed. Traumatized Tilia soldiers refuse to go on patrol. Some survivors have even left their positions, dropping off their uniforms, disappointed by the junta’s inability to lead them effectively.
The regions of Anzourou to Terra, from Abala to Filingué, and up to Tebaram, Afalla, and Takanamatt, are now under the watch of terrorists who enforce their law with a daily procession of forced zakat, cattle abduction, and murders.
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Niger begins negotiations with terrorists, releases 86 terrorists, including top commanders
Female Family Member of ISWAP/JAS Terrorists Surrenders in Bama
By: Zagazola Makama
A female family member linked to suspected ISWAP terrorists has surrendered to troops operating in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State.
Sources disclosed that the woman surrendered at about 10:08 a.m. on May 19 to troops of the 81 Division Task Force Battalion operating within Sector 1 Area of Responsibility.
The female surrenderer reportedly came out from Gargash village in Bama LGA and voluntarily presented herself to the troops.
Military sources said she was subsequently profiled and documented in line with existing procedures for further necessary action.
The surrender is the latest in a series of defections involving insurgents and their family members in the North-East, following sustained military offensives and clearance operations targeting terrorist enclaves across the region.
Security sources said ongoing counterterrorism operations had continued to exert pressure on insurgent groups operating within the Lake Chad Basin and Sambisa forest areas, leading to increasing cases of surrender by fighters and their relatives.
The military has maintained that surrendered individuals are subjected to profiling, intelligence gathering and other procedures in accordance with extant operational guidelines.
Female Family Member of ISWAP/JAS Terrorists Surrenders in Bama
Troops Arrest 10 Illegal Miners in Abuja Raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 176 Guards Battalion have arrested 10 suspected illegal miners during a raid on an illegal mining site in Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 3:07 p.m. on May 20 as part of ongoing Operation MESA efforts aimed at curbing illegal mining and related criminal activities within the FCT and adjoining areas.
The troops reportedly stormed the illegal mining site following intelligence reports on the activities of suspected illegal miners operating in the area.
During the raid, the troops apprehended 10 suspects believed to be involved in illegal mining activities.
Items recovered from the site included one motorcycle, 15 mining mats, four head pans and several other mining implements used by the suspects.
The suspects are currently undergoing profiling and preliminary investigation for further necessary action.
Security sources said the operation formed part of intensified efforts by security agencies to clamp down on illegal mining activities, which authorities say contribute to environmental degradation, economic sabotage and insecurity in parts of the country.
The sources added that surveillance and enforcement operations would continue across identified illegal mining locations within the FCT and neighbouring states.
Troops Arrest 10 Illegal Miners in Abuja Raid
Troops Rescue Two Kidnap Victims, Recover Arms in Kwara Patrol
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 22 Brigade have rescued two kidnapped victims during a fighting patrol operation targeting suspected terrorist camps in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State.
Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 9:00 a.m. on May 19 by troops deployed at Oke-Ode and Oreke communities.
The troops reportedly carried out coordinated patrols to suspected terrorist hideouts located around Famonle and Oloponda villages.
During the operation, the troops successfully rescued two kidnapped victims who were found within the general area.
Items recovered from the suspected camps included three Dane guns, three camouflage face caps, and one leg chain.
Security sources said the victims were immediately debriefed and handed over to appropriate authorities for medical attention and further management.
The operation, according to the sources, forms part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal hideouts and disrupt kidnapping networks operating within Kwara State.
Authorities added that patrols and clearance operations have been intensified across vulnerable communities in the state.
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