Crime
Over 100 ISWAP, Boko Haram killed as terrorists intensify fight of supremacy
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.
Over 100 ISWAP, Boko Haram killed as terrorists intensify fight of supremacy
Bandits abduct another four occupants of charcoal-laden vehicle in Kajuru LGA in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Four occupants of a vehicle transporting charcoal were kidnapped by armed bandits along Maidoro junction in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the vehicle, a J5 Boxer with registration number DKA 680 ZY, was reportedly intercepted while traveling from Maro village to Kasuwan Magani.
The bandits abducted the four occupants Danlami Jika, Balale Ali, Abubakar Ali and Pat Buzaye and whisked them to an unknown location.
Security sources efforts are ongoing to secure the release of the victims.
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Fulani man ambushed and killed by Tiv militia in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
A Fulani elder, Yahaya Dosu, from Awe, was ambushed and killed by suspected Tiv militia while returning from herding his cattle in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred on Friday at Bakin Bada, when Dosu was riding his motorcycle.
The sources said that the victim was initially shot in the elbow, forcing him to attempt an escape on foot, but his assailants pursued him and fatally shot him in the head. His motorcycle and all personal belongings were reportedly taken by the attackers.
Sources identified the alleged leader of the militia as Alhaji Sarduana Ba’aju, a resident of Kange town, Gidan Umana.
Intelligence indicated that Dosu’s cattle, which had been kept in Kange for less than five days, may have been part of the motive for the attack.
Residents of the area described the deceased as a respected Fulani elder and called on authorities to investigate the killing and bring the perpetrators to justice.
Fulani man ambushed and killed by Tiv militia in Benue
Four killed, three injured in lakurwa bandit attack on baidi village, sokoto state
By: Zagazola Makama
At least four people were killed and three others injured when armed bandits attacked Baidi village, a remote hamlet in Tangaza Local Government Area (LGA) of Sokoto State, sources confirmed.
The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. Thursday , when a large group of Lakurwa bandits, reportedly armed with sophisticated weapons, stormed the village, located along the border with the Niger Republic. Communication blackout in the area delayed immediate reporting of the attack.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, Police units and the Sokoto Community Guard Corps were mobilized to the scene. The bodies and injured victims were evacuated to a hospital for autopsy and medical treatment.
Security forces are currently combing the area to track and apprehend the perpetrators, while confidence-building patrols continue to reassure residents and prevent further attacks.
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