Military
Nigeria: Troops neutralised 8 ISWAP Terrorists, Arrests 40, rescued 4 Victims in Borno
Nigeria: Troops neutralised 8 ISWAP Terrorists, Arrests 40, rescued 4 Victims in Borno
By: Maina Maina
The land, air and maritime component of Operation HADIN KAI have sustained the intensive efforts to decimate terrorists and other criminals in the North Eastern zone of the country.
A statement from Major General Musa Dan Madami, Director Defence Media Operations said, troops conducted several operations against terrorists enclaves, hideouts, camps and training ground at villages, mountains and waterside within Konduga, Damboa, Bama, Gwoza, Mafa, Kukawa, Kaga, Shani and Monguno Local Governments Areas of Borno State.
“Troops also conducted operational activities at village within Kwaya Kusa Local Government Area of Yobe State. In these operations troops made contact with terrorists and following these encounters, troops neutralized several Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province terrorists and captured some while also recovering arms, ammunitions, Improvised Explosive Devices and other sundry items.” General Musa said.
Speaking on the ongoing operations in the last two weeks, Dan Madami said, on 3 Jun 2023, troops had a meeting engagement with Boko Haram Terrorist at Dikwa in Dikwa Local Government Area.
“Following the fire fight, troops neutralized 3 terrorists while others fled with gunshot wounds. Troops further exploited the general area and recovered 71 rounds of 7.62mm NATO, 2 AK47 rifle magazine, 1 Improvise Explosive Device with detonating fuse, 5 motorcycles, 25 bicycles and 3 mobile phones. Equally, on 6 June 2023.
“Troops while on fighting patrol at Limankara in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State made contact with Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province terrorists, following a fire fight, troops neutralized 3 terrorists, while others fled to the mountains. Troops exploited the general area and recovered 2 AK47 rifles and 2 AK47 magazines.
“On 7 June 2023, troops responded to intel on Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province terrorists activities at Kawiya general area within the Sambisa forest and made contact with the terrorists. Following the fire fight, troops neutralized 2 terrorists and rescued 4 kidnapped civilians. Troops also recovered 1 AK47 rifle, 1 magazine, 1 grenade, 6 bicycles, 14 arrows, 2 terrorist uniforms and 1 horse.
“Also, on 8 June 2023, troops arrested one suspected Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province terrorist at check point along road Monguno – Maiduguri in Monguno Local Government Area of Borno State while trying to exit Monguno town. Items recovered from the suspects are 2 pairs of shoes, sets of new cloths, the sum of One Hundred and Thirty-Seven Thousand (N137,000.00) only and other sundry items.”
General Musa Dan Madami said between 3 and 14 June 2023, troops arrested 40 Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa Province terrorists logistics suppliers at different locations within the theatre of operations and recovered 27 sacks of grinded corn, 7 bags of corn grains, 5 bags of local rice, 1 bag of beans, 8 chemical sprayers, 12 sleeping mats, 11 bicycles, clothings, 37 sachets of seasonings, 10 mobile phones, 15 packs of spaghetti, 12 bars soaps, 3 vehicles, 8 rams, gallons of palm oil, the sum of Three Hundred and Thirty Three Thousand, Six Hundred and Ten Naira (N333,610.00) from the terrorists.
Nigeria: Troops neutralised 8 ISWAP Terrorists, Arrests 40, rescued 4 Victims in Borno
Military
Military Air Strike Kills Over 40 ISWAP Fighters, Destroys Vehicles in Badu Village in Borno
Military Air Strike Kills Over 40 ISWAP Fighters, Destroys Vehicles in Badu Village in Borno
By Zagazola Makama
A preliminary intelligence assessment has indicated that a military air strikes on an Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) position at Badu village, south of Gudumbali in Borno State, killed more than 40 fighters and destroyed two vehicles and about 20 motorcycles.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the strike, conducted on Oct. 10, targeted a concentration of ISWAP’s elite Murabitun fighters believed to have been deployed in the area for mobile patrols and surveillance.
According to the preliminary intelligence report, a prominent Qaid (commander) was among those reportedly killed, while the majority of the casualties were recorded inside and around a building hit during the air operation.
The Murabitun fighters are described as an elite mobile patrol element of ISWAP, typically deployed for periods of two to four weeks to conduct opportunistic attacks and provide early warning along the Gudumbali–Kukawa–Gajiram corridor.
Their reported mission in the area is to deter the advance of Nigerian troops towards the Lake Chad region.
Sources further said that ISWAP elements arriving from the Lake Chad area visited Badu at first light on Oct. 11 to evacuate surviving casualties and recover those affected by the strike.
The sources also alleged that the arriving fighters engaged Fulani herders around the abandoned village.
Further details on the incident, including the circumstances surrounding the reported engagement with the herders, were still being awaited as of the latest intelligence update.
Military Air Strike Kills Over 40 ISWAP Fighters, Destroys Vehicles in Badu Village in Borno
Brig.-Gen. Ayoola Takes Over as Chief of Staff of Operation Enduring Peace
By Zagazola Makama
Brig.-Gen. T.A. Ayoola has taken over as the Chief of Staff of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) from Brig.-Gen. M.S. Sule in Jos, Plateau State.
The handing and taking over ceremony took place at about 1:00 p.m. on Oct. 10 at the Headquarters of Operation Enduring Peace, Jos.
Security sources said the ceremony was conducted smoothly, marking the formal transfer of responsibilities from the outgoing Chief of Staff to his successor.
Brig.-Gen. Sule handed over the position to Brig.-Gen. Ayoola during the brief ceremony.l
Operation Enduring Peace is responsible for security operations aimed at maintaining peace and stability across its area of responsibility in Plateau State and surrounding communities.
Brig.-Gen. Ayoola Takes Over as Chief of Staff of Operation Enduring Peace
COAS Deepens Military-Traditional Institution Partnership for National Security
By: Zagazola Makama
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with traditional institutions and host communities to enhance intelligence gathering and national security.
Shaibu gave the assurance on Friday, Oct. 9, when he paid homage to the Andoma of Doma Kingdom, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr Ahmadu Aliyu Ogga Onawo, at his palace in Doma, Nasarawa State.
The COAS was in Doma for the graduation ceremony of an elite Special Forces Battalion trained at the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in the kingdom.
He acknowledged the strategic role of traditional institutions and host communities in intelligence gathering, early warning, community trust and the promotion of sustainable peace.
Shaibu appreciated the Andoma and the people of Doma for their continued support and hospitality, stressing that a whole-of-society approach remained vital to addressing contemporary security challenges.
He noted that cooperation between the military, traditional rulers and local communities was essential to strengthening security operations and building public confidence.
In his response, the Andoma commended the COAS for his leadership and the establishment of the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Doma, describing the facility as a significant contribution to the kingdom.
The traditional ruler pledged the continued support of the institution and the people of Doma to the Nigerian Army, while offering prayers for lasting peace, stability and security across the country.
The visit underscores the importance of civil-military cooperation and the role of traditional institutions in supporting security efforts and fostering peaceful coexistence in host communities.
COAS Deepens Military-Traditional Institution Partnership for National Security
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