Borno: 25-year-old ISWAP fighter leaves terrorist group, surrenders to troops
A 25-year-old suspected Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, fighter has surrendered to troops in Monguno Local Government Area of Borno State after spending about eight months with the terrorist group. The development was reported by security analyst, Zagazola Makama, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, citing military sources. The surrendered fighter was identified as Ali Gambo […] Borno:…
A 25-year-old individual suspected of being an ISWAP fighter has surrendered to troops in Borno State after eight months of membership. The news was reported on August 15, 2026, by security analyst Zagazola Makama, who obtained the information from military sources. The surrendered fighter, named Ali Gambo Kanuri, is originally from Ngarinna village in Monguno Local Government Area.
Gambo reportedly joined the terrorist group after being introduced by a friend. He later grew disillusioned with the group and decided to leave. Upon surrendering to troops in Monguno town, he was handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action following the established procedures for individuals who voluntarily depart terrorist groups.
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