The Islamic State – West Africa Province (ISWAP) has reportedly executed a Nigerian Brigade Commander after intercepting details of his location.
This tragic development follows a successful joint operation in the Damboa–Biu axis of Borno State, where Nigerian Army troops and Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) members were rescued from an ISWAP ambush with the support of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) aircraft.
According to PRNigeria, the Brigade Commander, who had earlier confirmed his safety to superior officers after the operation, was tracked down by ISWAP militants who reportedly intercepted communications revealing his secure location.
Sources claim he was captured, interrogated, and later executed.
The initial operation had been launched to counter ISWAP forces after ground troops, led by the Commander, unknowingly navigated a booby-trapped route and came under heavy ambush.
Facing a surge in enemy numbers, the Commander ordered a tactical withdrawal and called for air support.
NAF aircraft swiftly responded, providing critical relief that allowed the troops and CJTF members to escape.
The joint operation reportedly resulted in the deaths of numerous terrorists, with minimal casualties on the military side.
However, the subsequent killing of the Commander highlights the persistent operational risks faced by military personnel and underscores the urgent need for absolute security in communication protocols within the North-East region.