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Women, children, 47 Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists, surrender to troops (Photos)
47 individuals linked to Boko Haram and the Islamic State’s West Africa Province (ISWAP) have surrendered to troops of 403 Amphibious Brigade of Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) Sector 3, Nigeria.
The group, which surrendered on 15 May 2024, included seven men, nine women, and 31 children.
They turned themselves in at Kwatan Turare and Doron Baga, Kukawa LGA, Borno State.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, Chief Military Public Information Officer, N’djamena, Chad.
He said during initial investigation conducted, it was revealed that the individuals managed to escape from Sharama, located in the Lake Chad Islands.
Among those who surrendered is Malam Muazu Adamu, a known fighter within the Jama’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihad (JAS) faction, who operated under Commander Alai Gana. He surrendered alongside his wife.
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Other members of the group disclosed that they had been engaged in farming activities before deciding to make their escape. The items found in their possession include clothes, blankets, mats, pots, plates, and various other personal belongings.
The surrendered individuals are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation to ascertain more details regarding their activities and affiliations.
Lieutenant Colonel Abdullahi said the MNJTF remains committed to maintaining peace and security in Lake Chad basin region.
The development marks a step in the ongoing efforts to weaken the operational capabilities of terrorist groups in the region.
The MNJTF further encourage those still involved in terrorist activities to surrender and embrace peace.
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