Troops Kill ISWAP Commander, Mallam Ali, Two Terrorists in Fierce Battle at Adamawa Outpost

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have dealt a significant blow to the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorist network, neutralising two insurgents, including Mallam Ali, identified as the Amirul Fiya (commander in charge of fighting forces) of the notorious Timbuktu Triangle enclave in Borno State.

The terrorist commander was killed during a failed midnight assault on troops of 226 Battalion at their Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Zangula Kilba Junction, Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

The attack occurred at about 12:05 a.m. on November 10, 2026, when ISWAP fighters launched an assault on the military position, apparently seeking to overrun the base.

However, the troops, supported by local hunters and Rangers, mounted a determined resistance, repelling the attackers and inflicting casualties on the terrorist group.

Military sources said two terrorists were neutralised during the encounter, including Mallam Ali, whose position as Amirul Fiya of the Timbuktu Triangle makes his elimination a significant operational development against ISWAP’s command and fighting structure.

The Timbuktu Triangle, located within the Lake Chad operational theatre, has remained one of the strategic areas associated with ISWAP’s activities, including the movement and deployment of fighters.
Following the successful defence of the base, troops recovered two AK-47 rifles, four magazines and a substantial quantity of ammunition.

The recovered ammunition included 125 rounds of 7.62mm x 54, 77 rounds of 7.62mm x 51 and 20 rounds of 7.62mm x 39, alongside two belted links of 7.62mm x 54 ammunition.

Other items recovered were a mobile telephone, wristwatch, camel bag and ₦15,000 cash.

The killing of Mallam Ali is expected to deal a blow to ISWAP’s fighting hierarchy, particularly if his operational responsibilities and communication networks are further exploited through intelligence gathered from the recovered items.

Troops Kill ISWAP Commander, Mallam Ali, Two Terrorists in Fierce Battle at Adamawa Outpost

Troops Rescue Four Kidnap Victims, Including Woman and Child, in Separate Operations in Bauchi

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued four kidnapped victims, including an adult woman and her child, during separate security operations in Bauchi State.

In the first operation, troops of 33 Artillery Brigade, while conducting operations in Bogwas, Alkaleri Local Government Area, rescued a woman and her child at about 7:30 p.m. on November 9, 2026.

Security sources said the victims had been kidnapped about three weeks earlier in the Mai Ari general area.

According to the rescued woman, she and her child were abandoned in the bush after troops made contact with their captors, forcing the terrorists to flee.

In a separate operation at about 11:25 a.m. the same day, troops of Sector 1 operating along the Dogon Ruwa axis rescued three other kidnapped victims at Duguri.

The victims disclosed that they escaped during an encounter between troops and terrorists at Dajin Madam.

All the rescued victims were taken into military custody for necessary documentation and further action.

The operations highlight the impact of sustained military pressure on criminal networks and the importance of security patrols in creating opportunities for kidnapped persons to escape their captors.

Troops are continuing operations to track down the fleeing criminals and prevent further abductions across the affected areas.

Troops Rescue Four Kidnap Victims, Including Woman and Child, in Separate Operations in Bauchi

Troops arrest 13 suspected illegal miners at newly excavated site in Abuja

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation MESA have arrested 13 suspected illegal miners at a newly excavated mining site in the Shere general area of Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Security sources said the suspects were apprehended at about 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 10, 2026, by troops of the 7 Guards Battalion during an operation in the area.
The suspects were reportedly found at a newly excavated site suspected to be operating illegally.

The 13 suspects are currently in military custody for further action.

The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by security forces to curb illegal mining activities, prevent the exploitation of mineral resources by unauthorised operators and address associated security concerns within the FCT.

Troops arrest 13 suspected illegal miners at newly excavated site in Abuja