ISWAP suffers major blow as 3 commanders, 22 fighters reportedly dead in Borno
Three senior commanders of the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, and more than 22 fighters have reportedly died following a clash in the Mandaragirau axis of Borno State. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the commanders were identified as Abu Khalid, Abul Baraa and Munzir. Abu Khalid and Abul Baraa were reportedly senior field […] ISWAP suffers major blow as 3 commanders, 22…
A significant blow has struck the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) following a clash in the Mandaragirau area of Borno State, with three senior commanders and over 22 fighters reportedly killed. Security analyst Zagazola Makama identified the fallen commanders as Abu Khalid, Abul Baraa, and Munzir, all of whom held prominent roles within the group.
These leaders were among four senior commanders who spearheaded the ISWAP attack in the Mandaragirau region. The incident also resulted in the deaths of more than 22 fighters, while three other Naqib-level commanders and between 15 to 20 fighters remain missing. Makama suggested that some of the missing fighters might have fled into nearby communities to avoid pursuing forces.
Recent ISWAP movements in the Mandaragirau area indicate an ongoing search to locate and recover the missing members. Despite the heavy losses, surviving ISWAP fighters are believed capable of regrouping and retaliating. Security agencies remain vigilant, monitoring the area for any further movements by the remaining ISWAP members.
Written by urgent.news from Daily Post Nigeria's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
