A member of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) has turned himself in to soldiers from the 192 Battalion stationed in Gwoza Local Government Area. The surrender occurred on May 7 around 12:35 PM while troops were performing routine picket duties along the Gwoza–Limankara road, according to security sources.
The individual, speaking to soldiers, disclosed that he fled a terrorist camp in the Drume area, situated near the Mandara Mountains. The report was shared by Zagazola Makama on X, a platform known for security updates. Upon his surrender, troops recovered N3,500 from him.
Currently, the suspect is in military custody undergoing profiling and interrogation as part of standard procedures. Analysts observing the security situation note an uptick in terrorist surrenders in recent months, attributed to intensified military campaigns and persistent pressure on insurgent hideouts throughout the North-East region.
In parallel, Nigerian forces continue to conduct clearance operations, patrols, and interdiction missions across various parts of Borno State. These efforts aim to dismantle remaining terrorist networks and encourage further defections, contributing to the overall stabilization of the area.