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ISWAP leader orders Shura council member’s execution over defiance

The Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, has reportedly executed a senior member of its Shura Council on the orders of its Wali, Baa Shuwa, after accusing him of repeatedly disobeying directives. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the victim, identified as Yaa Saleh, was the group’s Zakkah Amir responsible for parts of the Gudumbali, […] ISWAP leader orders Shura council…

ISWAP leader orders Shura council member’s execution over defiance

The Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has executed a Shura Council member named Yaa Saleh, ordered by their Wali, Baa Shuwa, due to alleged repeated defiance of directives. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, Saleh was the Zakkah Amir in charge of parts of Gudumbali, Kareto and Gubio. The dispute reportedly arose due to Saleh's frequent disregard for orders from Baa Shuwa.

This incident occurred following the deaths of three other high-ranking ISWAP fighters in the region. The execution is believed to be part of ISWAP's efforts to tighten control over their command structure in the Lake Chad area. Additionally, ISWAP leader Yaku Abu Adam was reassigned to a senior Jaish leadership position, while his former deputy, Abubakar Bashihuba, took over his responsibilities.

Mal Haruna, Yaku’s chief bodyguard, was appointed to a senior command position under Bashihuba. These changes may be linked to concerns over Yaku’s reported susceptibility to defection or surrender.

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