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Over 100 ISWAP, Boko Haram killed as terrorists intensify fight of supremacy

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Over 100 ISWAP, Boko Haram killed as terrorists intensify fight of supremacy

By: Zagazola Makama

A brutal and intense battle between Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), and the Boko Haram rival faction has resulted in significant casualties and territorial shifts in the North Eastern Lake Chad region of Borno State.

According to counter-insurgency expert and Security analyst, Zagazola Makama, at least 100 fighters from both factions were killed in the clashes, which occurred on the island of Toumbun Gini in Abadam Local Government Area (LGA) 10 days ago.

Impeccable sources revealed that the Bakoura (aka Abu Umaima)-led JAS Buduma fighters launched a surprise attack on the ISWAP faction positioned on the shores of their headquarters at Toumbun Gini, resulting in severe losses for ISWAP, with over 90 members killed.

JAS lost 10 fighters, with others fleeing with bullet wounds.

The JAS Buduma fighters captured weapons and equipment during the battle and subsequently seized control of nearby areas from ISWAP, including Toumbun Kare and Toumbun Rogo in Abadam LGA.

This latest clash is part of a series of deadly encounters between the rival factions. On July 6, 2024, JAS fighters launched a deadly attack on ISWAP positions in Kwatar Shalla Shuwari, killing 16 fighters and capturing 8 water vessels, several weapons, and a large amount of cash (Naira).

The captured items were later delivered to the Boko Haram leader Abu Umaima at Alli Modulla Camp, Diffa, Republic of Niger.

In another encounter on July 8, 2024, in Dawashi Kwalta, over 20 ISWAP elements were neutralized, with others drowning while escaping via the river. Several items were also captured.

Currently, JAS controls most parts of the area, but the situation remains fluid and volatile, with ISWAP planning a reprisal mission.

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Decomposed body of kidnapped man found in mining pond in Jos South

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Decomposed body of kidnapped man found in mining pond in Jos South

By: Zagazola Makama

Decomposed body of a man earlier reported kidnapped has been discovered in a mining pond in Farin Lamba community of Jos South Local Government Area.

Sources told Zagazola that the discovery was made by the police at about 4 p.m. following a report by residents.

He said the Divisional Police Officer, Kaduna Vom Division, immediately mobilised a team of policemen to the scene where the corpse was identified as that of Mr. Cyril Nilanda, a resident of NITR Quarters, Vom.

Nilanda was reportedly kidnapped on Sept. 30, 2025, and had been missing since then.

Sources said the body, which was found in a decomposed state, was being prepared for evacuation and further forensic examination.

The police assured that concerted efforts were ongoing to track down those responsible for the abduction and killing of the victim.

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Man abducted after delivering ransom for kidnapped child in Kogi

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Man abducted after delivering ransom for kidnapped child in Kogi

By: Zagazola Makama

A man identified as Ocholi Cornelius Ochoni has been abducted after delivering ransom money for the release of a five-year-old girl in Bassa Local Government Area of Kogi State.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the incident, which occurred on Oct. 22, 2025, took place around Echukwu area of Bassa, when Ocholi went to hand over ransom money to the kidnappers to secure the release of Omaojo Philip, who had been kidnapped earlier in the week.

It was gathered that the abductors released the child unharmed after receiving the ransom but seized Ocholi immediately afterward and took him away to an unknown destination.

Efforts are ongoing by security agencies to trace the whereabouts of the victim and ensure his safe return.

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Bauchi police arrest suspect over alleged killing of singer John Zuya

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Bauchi police arrest suspect over alleged killing of singer John Zuya

By: Zagazola Makama

Police operatives in Tafawa Balewa Local Government Area of Bauchi State have arrested a suspect in connection with the death of popular Sayawa artist, John Zuya, whose songs had earned him fans across the country, particularly among his tribesmen.

Zuya had recently traveled to Lagos, where he performed to a large crowd and reportedly earned a significant sum of money.

However, shortly after returning from the trip, he died under mysterious circumstances, sparking shock across his community.

A few days later, Yakubu Alhamdu, Deputy Chairman of Zayoda, Tafawa Balewa branch, claimed in a video shared on his Facebook platform that Zuya was allegedly killed by his friend, Emmanuel Wakili, also a Sayawa artist.

In the video, Alhamdu stated that Wakili confessed to killing Zuya out of jealousy, explaining that he captured Zuya’s soul (“Kurwa”) in a small bag and struck his head until he died. Alhamdu noted that this accounted for the blood seen on Zuya’s forehead after his death.

The incident has thrown the community into mourning, with many residents seeking justice.

Following the report, police traced and arrested Wakili, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the full circumstances surrounding Zuya’s death.

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