In a significant development, forty-seven individuals associated with Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) have surrendered to troops of the 403 Amphibious Brigade of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) Sector 3 in Nigeria.
The Chief Military Public Information Officer, Lt.-Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, confirmed this surrender in a statement released on Thursday in Maiduguri, Nigeria. He disclosed that the group consisted of seven men, nine women, and thirty-one children.
Abdullahi revealed that the surrendered individuals, including families, had returned to Kwatan Turare and Doron Baga in the Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria, after spending several years with the terrorist groups.
During the initial investigation, it was uncovered that those who surrendered had managed to escape from Sharama, located in the Lake Chad Islands.
Among the surrendering individuals was Mallam 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. Abdullahi mentioned, “He operated under Commander Alai Gana and has surrendered alongside his wife.”
Other members of the group disclosed that they had been engaged in farming activities before deciding to make their escape. Personal belongings such as clothes, blankets, mats, pots, and plates were found in their possession.
Currently, the surrendered individuals are in custody and undergoing further investigation to ascertain more details regarding their activities and affiliations.
Abdullahi emphasized that the MNJTF remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining peace and security in the Lake Chad basin region. He stated, “This development marks a step in the ongoing efforts to weaken the operational capabilities of terrorist groups in the region.”
Furthermore, he urged those still involved in terrorist activities to surrender and embrace peace.
