Army confirms killing of ISWAP leader in Ondo
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the killing of a senior ISWAP commander, Abdussamad Ohida, during a joint security operation in a forest in Owo, Ondo State Read More: https://punchng.com/army-confirms-killing-of-iswap-leader-in-ondo/
The 32 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Akure, Ondo State, has announced the killing of a prominent Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) leader. The deceased is identified as Abdussamad Ohida, also known as Anwar. According to reports, the operation that led to his demise took place on Sunday in a forest area near Owo, the capital of Owo Local Government Area.
The deceased was reportedly killed alongside several other ISWAP members. The operation was a joint effort involving the Nigerian Army, the Department of State Services, and the state Security Network Agency, colloquially known as Amotekun Corps. Maj. Innocent Olamale, the Assistant Director of Public Relations at the 32 Artillery Brigade, confirmed the incident to a correspondent via telephone on Monday. He stated that the operation was "intelligence-led and executed successfully."
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